COMMUNITY REACH OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY and the Mansfield Kaseman Health Clinic
Improving the quality of life for the most vulnerable Montgomery County residents is the mission of Community Reach of Montgomery County "Reach" (formerly known as Community Ministries of Rockville). Founded in 1967 by Rockville United Church, Reach now has over 20 faith partners and administers five major programs. Sources of support are: the City of Rockville, Montgomery County, foundation grants, corporate funds and individual giving.
In 2015, Reach was recognized as "one of the best small charities in Greater Washington" in the 2014/2015 Catalogue of Philanthropy.
RUC members are actively involved with Reach, serving on the Board of Directors of Reach and the Kaseman Health Clinic, and representing RUC on various committees. RUC also supports Reach by donating from our annual budget and additional volunteer activities.
Annual Gala Video and Monthly Newsletter
Click on the logo for a video from their annual gala from May 2021 to learn more about the services Reach provides and the people who are served! And click HERE to view their monthly newsletter!
History of RUC and Community Reach-Siblings
Click HERE for a PowerPoint to learn more!
Reach sells tickets at Taste of Rockville each year and receives a percentage of the sales.
Many volunteers work shifts through the Memorial Day Weekend staff the booth.
In Their Own Words
"Reach took me off the street. I do not know where I would be at this point otherwise. This program is helping me get back what I lost--employment, shelter, family ties--and keep my sobriety. I am grateful to be here."
--AT, Jefferson House resident
In 2015, Reach instructed almost 500 adults and children in English as a Second Language (ESOL) and citizenship. Evening classes are free and held in schools and churches. Teachers and childcare providers are always needed.
Reach's Programs
Kaseman Health Clinic
Quality healthcare for low income uninsured adult residents
Rockville Emergency Assistance Program (REAP)
Assistance with medical prescriptions, utility shut-offs and evictions
Elderly Ministries
In-home services to help seniors
Language Outreach
ESOL Literacy Classes and Naturalization Program
Housing Program
Permanent supportive housing for homeless men and women
Advocacy
Testimony in community and government venues.
Holiday Giving
Holiday programs for the most vulnerable communities