Reach Out America

What Reach Out America does

Reach Out America (ROA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit disaster relief organization founded in 1995 and headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas. It operates as the officially endorsed arm of the United Pentecostal Church International (UPCI) for North American disaster relief, mobilizing what it describes as a 100% volunteer workforce. The organization's core offering is emergency supply distribution — food, water, hygiene items, cleaning supplies, and critical necessities — delivered through a structured Points of Distribution (POD) system sited at local churches within a claimed network of 43,000+ UPCI-affiliated churches. Core products include Emergency Response Services, Volunteer Mobilization, Recovery/Training/Preparedness Programs, and standardized kits (Cleanup Buckets at $75, Period Packs at $14, Hygiene Kits at $15). The underlying technology is a logistics and supply chain operation rather than a software platform: a Gulf Coast warehouse acts as a pre-positioning facility, supplemented by a truck fleet and partnerships with Feed the Children, UPS, and Coyte Trucking. Process documentation is delivered through a Disaster Basics Training Manual, POD Training Videos, and Pre-/Post-Disaster Assessment Tools hosted on BreezeChms and YouTube.

The revenue model is donation-only: ROA is funded entirely through voluntary contributions from individuals, churches, and corporations, with goods also sourced via in-kind corporate partnerships. The organization claims a 5x leverage ratio — every $100 donated yields at least $500 in goods distributed — and reports cumulative distribution of $100M+ in relief goods over 27 years, with $7M+ in 2025 alone across California wildfires, Texas flooding, St. Louis tornados, and Jamaican hurricane response. Go-to-market is community-led through church networks, event-driven through biannual SERVE Day events at the North American Youth Congress, and direct-to-consumer via website donations, IRA transfers, and stock gifts. Customer segments primarily include disaster-affected families (recipients) and the UPCI church network (distribution hubs), with secondary segments of individual volunteers and state/regional emergency management agencies. ROA holds National VOAD membership in 10 states and reports volunteer hours to FEMA for government reimbursement.

Name

Reach Out America

Legal name

Reach Out America

Website

https://reachoutamerica.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1995

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Reach Out America is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit disaster relief organization that distributes emergency supplies and mobilizes 100% volunteer labor through a 43,000+ church network affiliated with the United Pentecostal Church International.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Disaster Relief Services

NAICS

Emergency and Other Relief Services (624230), Emergency and Other Relief Services (62423)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Disaster Recovery, Reconstruction & Resilience Programs (BPAGAAAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

Food Assistance & Nutrition Relief (Emergency Feeding) (BPAGAAAD)

Keywords

• Disaster relief services
• Emergency supply distribution
• Humanitarian aid
• Volunteer disaster response
• Faith-based relief

Headquarters

HQ city

Sugar Land

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations from Individuals and Corporations: ROA is funded entirely through donations from individuals, churches, and corporations. The organization works with volunteers on location to minimize overhead and maximize delivery of resources. For every $100 donated, ROA states it can distribute at least $500 in needed goods.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Reach Out America is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides free disaster relief services to families and communities affected by natural disasters across the United States. The organization mobilizes a 100% volunteer workforce through a network of more than 43,000 affiliated churches to set up Points of Distribution (PODs) where emergency supplies—including food, water, cleaning materials, and shelter items—are distributed directly to disaster-affected individuals.

Product overview

Reach Out America is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit disaster relief organization offering emergency response, volunteer mobilization, and recovery services through a network of church-based Points of Distribution (PODs). The core offering consists of emergency supply distribution (food, water, hygiene items, cleanup supplies), supported by volunteer coordination, disaster preparedness training, and post-disaster impact assessments. Services are delivered through regional POD centers established near disaster zones, backed by a Gulf Coast warehouse facility. The organization also provides training resources including a Disaster Basics Manual, POD Training Videos, and Pre-Disaster Assessment Tools for churches and communities. Physical products include disaster relief supply kits (Cleanup Buckets, Period Packs, Hygiene Kits) assembled during volunteer events like SERVE Day. The 100% volunteer workforce is managed through BreezeChms for form-based coordination.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Disaster Relief Services

Quantifiable outcome

• $100M+ in emergency relief goods distributed over 27 years
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature1 record

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Feed the ChildrencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOne of ROA's key partners in disaster relief, enabling ROA to bring supplies into disaster areas for distribution to hurting families. Feed the Children provides semi-truck loads of essential goods that ROA volunteers repackage and distribute through its POD network.
• National VOADcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerROA is a member of National VOAD in 10 states, participates on the National VOAD Advocacy Committee and International Committee, and serves on Governors' Unmet Needs Committees. This membership provides recognition and coordination with FEMA and other national charitable organizations.
• UPS (The UPS Foundation)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerA long-time logistics partner of ROA, UPS provides transportation and delivery of emergency supplies to disaster locations including international distributions such as to Haiti. UPS has contacted ROA to help deliver products in multiple disaster response efforts.
• WaterStepminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWaterStep worked with ROA to deliver 12 high-quality water purification systems providing 10,000 gallons of clean water daily in Haiti. WaterStep personnel provided remote training on effective setup and use, including in remote clinics and hospitals.
• Compassion Services International (CSI)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnered with ROA and Missionary Ron Brian to provide a semi-load of emergency supplies for distribution in Haiti following an earthquake and torrential rains.
• Coyte TruckingminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributortrucking partner contributing to ROA's ability to deliver supplies to disaster locations.
• American Red CrossminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerROA collaborates with the American Red Cross during disaster relief efforts and leverages Red Cross training resources for volunteer education. Referenced alongside ROA as arriving immediately following Hurricane Laura.
• United Pentecostal Church International (UPCI)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerROA is an officially endorsed arm of the UPCI for North American disaster relief. The partnership provides access to 43,000+ churches as potential distribution hubs and volunteer bases. UPCI Men's Ministry, Youth Ministries, and Children's Ministries all collaborate with ROA.
• Niaqua Bottling LLCminorOthersAppears as a partner logo on the ROA partnerships page, indicating in-kind product donations of bottled water or beverages for disaster relief distribution.
• SBP (SBPUSA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSBP helps survivors receive their maximum eligible FEMA awards for home repair and navigates the FEMA process. ROA connects affected families with SBP resources.
• The Salvation ArmyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerROA works alongside The Salvation Army during disaster responses. The Salvation Army is referenced as arriving immediately after Hurricane Laura alongside ROA's UPCI network.
• Convoy of HopeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAppears as a partner logo on the ROA partnerships page, indicating collaboration in disaster relief efforts.
• Team RubiconminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAppears as a partner logo on the ROA partnerships page, indicating collaboration in disaster response operations.
• FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency)coreOthersROA reports volunteer hours to FEMA, which can reimburse local and state governments for disaster recovery. ROA participates in National VOAD coordination with FEMA and has daily conference calls during active disasters that include FEMA representatives.
• Corporate Partners (Exxon, BP, Pepsi, Lowe's, Office Depot, Starbucks, Mitsubishi Motors, Russell Stover, DOT, International SOS)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMultiple corporate partners provide in-kind donations, supplies, and financial support. BP and ExxonMobil have been referenced in specific relief efforts. Lowe's, Office Depot, Starbucks, and others provide supplies through corporate giving programs.
• North American Youth Congress (NAYC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnual event where ROA conducts SERVE Day, mobilizing 1,200+ students to pack thousands of disaster relief buckets. NAYC provides the platform and volunteers; ROA provides training, materials, and organization.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• American Red Cross: National humanitarian organization providing emergency disaster relief, shelter, and supplies across the United States. Directly comparable to ROA's emergency response and supply distribution activities, though it operates at significantly larger scale with paid staff and a broader service mandate.
• Convoy of Hope: Faith-rooted disaster relief and humanitarian organization distributing food and emergency supplies. Listed as a partner of ROA and operates similar POD-style distribution during disasters, making it a directly comparable peer.
• Catholic Charities USA: Faith-based network providing disaster relief, case management, and recovery services across the United States. Operates in a similar faith-rooted, volunteer-supported model to ROA and responds to the same categories of natural disasters.
• The Salvation Army: Faith-based disaster relief organization providing emergency supplies, meals, and long-term recovery services. ROA has worked alongside The Salvation Army following Hurricane Laura, indicating overlapping response activities and beneficiary populations.
• Samaritan's Purse: Faith-based humanitarian organization providing emergency relief supplies and disaster recovery services domestically and internationally. Comparable to ROA in faith-rooted volunteer mobilization and supply distribution following disasters.
• Mercy Corps: Global humanitarian organization delivering emergency relief and recovery assistance in disaster-affected communities. Comparable to ROA's international disaster response work in places like Haiti and Jamaica, though at materially larger scale.
• Direct Relief: Humanitarian aid organization focused on emergency medical and disaster relief supplies. Comparable to ROA in distributing critical supplies during disasters and emergency events, though with a stronger medical/clinical focus.
• Team Rubicon: Volunteer-driven disaster response organization that mobilizes trained volunteers for debris removal, mucking/gutting, and recovery operations. Listed as a ROA partner and competes in the same volunteer mobilization space for disaster response.

Broad incumbents

• Feed the Children: Major nonprofit providing food and emergency supplies at scale. Functions as both a sourcing partner to ROA (providing semi-truck loads of goods) and a broader incumbent operating in the same emergency food distribution space.
• World Vision: Large humanitarian organization providing emergency relief, supplies, and long-term recovery in disaster-affected regions globally. Overlaps with ROA on distribution of emergency supplies in international disasters such as Haiti.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/reachoutamericaorg
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/reach-out-america

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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