Founded in 2018, ReelOutreach is a Federally recognized non-profit organization with its main location being in the DFW area of Texas.
Learn more about how we got started and why we do what we do, thanks to our profile/interview with Channel Kindness (part of the Born this Way Foundation).
The Team
Jordan Maison (Founder) – Growing up without much money, movies were always a form of escape and special treat when they happened for Jordan. Those experiences turned into a life-long passion, getting him into film school and ultimately neck-deep in film as a journalist/reviewer. As the former Editor-in-Chief of Cinelinx.com he has well over a decade of experience within the film industry and uses his established PR connections to help make events special.
Film has had a major impact on his life and he hopes to share that love of movies with other kids growing up in a similar situation, to either spark their own dreams/goals, or provide them the momentary escape they need.
Matt Malliaros grew up in a small town near Houston, TX, raised by his parents Penelope and Evangelos. Growing up, he learned the importance of giving back from both of his parents, but especially his father; who often shared stories from his childhood, where his family worked several jobs to make sure he was fed and clothed. Watching his parents donate their time and money to benefit others has been the inspiration for Matt’s charitable missions, which include working with Habitat for Humanity, local toy drives, and donating memorabilia to local charities for auction. Now, Matt has joined Reel Outreach to help low-income DFW families take time out of their busy lives to experience movies for free.
Gabriel Barboza’s lifelong passion for movies developed at a very early age as he sought to escape the Texas heat by binging stacks of video rentals from the corner store or kicking back in the folding auditorium seats of the local dollar theater. He truly believes that cinema can be an invaluable form of escapism and loves being able to help underprivileged youth forget their worries for a moment and enjoy a night at the movies.
To speak with Jordan about Reel Outreach, plan an event, or discuss other ways you can help, he can be reached via email at jordan@reeloutreach.com, or via our Contact Page.