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History:The Rural Outreach Center (ROC) grew out of the work of Pathways Christian Fellowship, founded in 2006 by the Reverend Frank Cerny. The group was committed to founding a community outreach program along with the church. After exploring urban poverty in Buffalo, the group turned to WNY’s rural areas. A survey and consultation with an expert in rural poverty showed that this population wasnot just under-served, but not served at all.The group held free monthly community meals to listen to residents and better understand the issues. An evolution of programs and partnerships providing “wrap-around” services began. ROC became an independent 501(c)3 in 2013. Through a 2016 Strategic Plan and its quick implementation, the ROC grew significantly from 2016 – 2019, in terms of the number of individuals served, the number and types of programs implemented in the planning stages, and the staff and volunteers to complete essential work in service of those most in need.Mission & Goals:Our mission is to assist, empower, and elevate the impoverished rural populations in Southern Erie County and the surrounding areas. We serve with compassion, empathy, and respect for all people. For children, our goal is to break the cycle of multi-generational poverty by providing counseling, play therapy, educational opportunities, and programs.

The Rural Outreach Center

Join us for a fun-filled event to support Rural Outreach Center at Elm Street Bakery.  Wine beer and a special silent auction.

Elm Street Bakery

<p>Please join us for the 6th anniversary ROCTOBER at Elm Street Bakery.  Sunday October 6th form 4:00pm-7:00pm.  Enjoy Elm Street Bakery food , beer, wine &amp; a special silent auction.  100% of proceeds will be used to support programs and social work for the under-served and impoverished, helping all to become self-sufficient.  After purchasing your tickets you can pick them up at  Will Call at ROCTOBER.</p>

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