Online State Application: COMPASS is a system used by DPW that allows citizens of Pennsylvania to apply for programs, such as Free & Reduced Price School Meals, Food Stamps, Energy Assistance, Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), etc., online at <a href="http://www.compass.state.pa.us/">http://www.compass.state.pa.us/</a> Paper Application: Please fill out one Family Application per household listing everyone residing in your household