About Us

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• Founder & Visionary – As the force behind Reach One 713, Bobby launched the organization in 2016 in Houston, TX, aiming to "empower and uplift underserved and underprivileged communities, one kid at a time".
   
• Seasoned Leader – Holds an MBA, with a rich career spanning professional athletics, entrepreneurship, and leadership roles in sales, transportation, marketing, and tech.
   
• Community-Focused – Emphasizes hands-on initiative, like holiday toy and backpack giveaways with personal engagement with children, families, and community partners. 

• Empathetic & Involved – Bobby personally engages in every event, from planning to executing, and gives thanks publicly to donors and volunteers.
   
• Collaborative Partnerships – Works alongside local underserved housing developments, companies, and professionals to amplify impact.
   
• Entrepreneurial Backbone – Leveraging strategy and operational acumen supported by his MBA and business experience in sales, transportation, marketing, and tech.

•  Scale – The nonprofit is compact, relying 100% on donations and volunteerism; consistent with Bobby’s hands-on leadership and grassroots approach. 

Bobby Rouse is a results-driven, heartfelt leader who channels his entrepreneurial mindset and community roots into impactful, kid-centric initiatives in Houston. Through Reach One 713, he transforms local support into tangible change; one backpack, toy, and volunteer at a time.
 

Reach One 713 is committed to strengthening and uplifting families in Southeast Houston by building community, restoring hope, deliver enriching experiences and exposure to children that cultivate hope, purpose, and future opportunities. We work side by side with local residents to break the cycle of poverty through support services, education, and empowerment as lasting change begins when we reach one, together. 

   🚀 Reach One 713 Highlights 

• Christmas Event – Under Bobby’s leadership, Reach One 713 distributes toys to 100's of kids in Houston’s under-served neighborhoods each year. Over 200 children received gifts during last holiday season at Oxford Place alone
   
• Backpack Giveaway – Hosts a free backpack, computer, and school supplies giveaway for students in the Houston Metro Area, supported by local business partnerships. Donations are tax-deductible (501(c)(3), Tax ID 85‑1291895)
   
• The nonprofit thrives on individual donations and volunteer support, ensuring 99% of all contributions directly benefit community programs. 

Reach & Recognition:

• Registered Texas 501(c)(3) nonprofit since 2016; operates with a compact, agile all volunteer team
  
• Active across Houston’s Greater Metro area.