"We are thankful for getting the opportunity to see [through the Richmond Outreach Center] private sector solutions merged with community activism in order to provide real results." — Rep. Jim Jordan (OH) Chairman, RSC and Rep. Steve Southerland (FL) RSC Anti-Poverty Initiative Chairman

Your organization is committed to helping others and making new connections that bring us closer together as families, as neighbors and as communities.  Your commitment to the broader good is especially commendable and necessary during these challenging times.—Mark R. Warner, United States Senator, Virginia, 2012

Family is the backbone of our society. At The ROC, when there are folks that did not come from a good family, you make them part of the family; you give them that support. You give them that guidance. You're a family for many who didn't have it.—Senator George Allen, September 2011

I commend Pastor Geronimo Aguilar, his fellow pastors, and the volunteers of The Richmond Outreach Center for their hard work and dedication to ensuring that children in need are fed during the holiday season and throughout the year.  Since 2001, you have provided comfort and support to those in need and those seeking spiritual direction. Countless Virginians have benefitted from the existence of this center of charity, worship, teaching, and learning.—Robert F. McDonnell, Governor, 2011

Kudos to Pastor G. and his staff who have developed a wonderful ministry in South Richmond!—Joseph D. Morrissey, Representative 74th District, House of Delegates, 2010

There are not enough words to express how much you are loved and revered in the neighborhood. “Good job” as my five-year old grandson would say.—Reva M. Trammell, Councilwoman Southside 8th District, 2010

Thank you for alerting the community of the importance of citizen involvement, community partnerships, and city excellence. The rograms and partnerships led by Pastor Aguilar and The ROC have greatly impacted the quality of life within the area.—Bryan T. Norwood, Chief of Police, City of Richmond, 2009

Where most churches include outreach as part of their ministries, The ROC church services are secondary to its extensive outreach network.—Style Weekly, 2009

I have found The ROC to be a cornerstone of positive change in the community.—Rodney Monroe, Chief of Police, City of Richmond, 2008

Lives are being changed on a daily basis through the outreach efforts of The Richmond Outreach Center.—Reverend Jonathan Falwell, Thomas Road Baptist Church, 2007

The ROC has a strong neighborly commitment in the care and helping of others.—Bill Lane, Fox Richmond, 2007

The South Richmond thanks The ROC for their efforts and contribution of time to The Southside Cleanup Project, which would not have been a success without the help of their organization and the many volunteers who donated their time.—Doug Conner, Richmond City Council, 9th District, 2007

The ROC’s contribution to Camp Class Action inspired and motivated our students to think critically and make good decisions, building conflict resolution skills and a faith that will strengthen them for the rest of their life.—Robert F. McDonnell, Attorney General of Virginia, 2006

The ROC has been a beacon of light and hope for thousands of lives, young and old citizens in the south side communities.—Councilman Eugene A. Mason Jr., 9th District, 2006