About Us

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🏆 About Bobby Martell Rouse

Founder & Visionary – As the force behind Reach One1, a prominent Houston nonprofit, Bobby launched the organization in 2016 with the mission to "empower and uplift underserved and underprivileged communities, one kid at a time" through impactful children's programs.

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 initiatives, like holiday toy and backpack giveaways, fostering personal engagement with children, families, and community support partners.

🌟 Leadership Style

Empathetic & Involved – Bobby personally engages in every event, from planning to execution, publicly thanking donors and volunteers for their contributions.

Collaborative Partnerships – Works alongside local underserved housing developments, companies, and professionals to amplify impact in the community.

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 One1, he transforms local support into tangible change; one backpack, toy, and volunteer at a time.

Reach One1 is committed to strengthening and uplifting families in Southeast Houston by building community support, restoring hope, and delivering enriching experiences through children's programs that cultivate hope, purpose, and future opportunities. We work side by side with local residents as a Houston nonprofit to break the cycle of poverty through support services, education, and empowerment, believing that lasting change begins when we reach one, together.

🚀 Reach One1 Highlights

Christmas Event – Under Bobby’s leadership, Reach One1 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, showcasing our commitment to children's programs in the community.

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), emphasizing our focus on community support.

The Houston 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.