MEDIA
Explore how REACH is being recognized across the country — from award spotlights to media coverage and thought leadership.
Around Texas with Chancellor Sharp
Spotlight on REACH with Chancellor John Sharp: REACH was created to help “invisible Aggies,” the essential workers of the Texas A&M campus who care for the students, faculty and facilities.
Reach Project highlights Beacons of Light
Coverage of the REACH annual celebration, spotlighting student impact and REACH’s mission.
Focus at Four: The REACH Project’s Homeownership Navigation Program
Showcases the 21-week program helping families with budgets, credit, and housing preparation.
Hundreds show up to the 4th For the Culture Market
KBTX (Feb 9, 2025) - Post-event coverage with highlights from the Feb 8, 2025 celebration — over 65 vendors, strong turnout, and community unity.
REACH Project partners with The Rose to bring free mammograms to the Brazos Valley
KBTX (Oct 27, 2023) – Highlights health-screening outreach
Brazos Valley helping Aggie families affected by Texas winter storm
KAGS-TV - Coverage of REACH’s winter relief efforts
Aggie Growth Hacks Podcast – Se 5, Ep 18
Max shares the origin story of REACH and the power of empathy-driven leadership.
The Rose Foundation Podcast
Empowering Service Workers: The REACH Program’s Impact on University Campuses. - Max discusses REACH’s work supporting university service workers.
The REACH Project
A dedicated episode featuring Max Gerall and deep dive into the organization.
Supporting the Aggie Family: A Conversation with Max Gerall
Max expands on REACH’s mission, growth, and vision.
- Community Impact Award from the Brazos Valley African American Museum (2024)
- 12 Under 12 Recipient – Young Alumni Award from Texas A&M University (2023)
- Points of Light Recipient (2023)
- TAMU Community Engagement Advisory Committee (2023)
- TEDx Presenter “Hard to See and Easy to Overlook” (2022)
- Jefferson Award Winner (2022)
- Fish Camp Namesake (2022)
- KBTX & Daniel Stark Law Firm Be Remarkable (2020)
- Outstanding Community Member – Chartwells (2020)
- Kappa Sigma Fraternity: F.A.C.E Award (2016 & 2017) – Top 5% nationally
IFC Rising Star (2016) - Texas A&M University: IFC Chapter of the Year (2016)
- Outstanding Community Service Event (2015 & 2016) –Brothers Against Distracted Driving
- Greater Cause Excellence Award (2015, 2016)
- Outstanding Grand Master (2015, 2016) – Top 10% nationally
Coming soon... stay tuned!
Media Kit & Inquiries
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