Community | Compassion | Support
Compassion in action – supporting communities in need
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3,082,447
meals served face-to-face across the globe
In addition to the numbers above, RRT volunteers have donated millions of meals and counting through our iconic Food Box initiative. RRT displays care and compassion to people in crisis, providing free catering assistance and tangible support to emergency services, government and charitable organisations. Our team of volunteers are mobilised across the globe to serve where and when it is needed most.
Our volunteers
16,790
people that care
Everyday in some small way, RRT volunteers lend a helping hand to people in need. Established in 2013 by the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church (PBCC), RRT is inspired by community spirit and the gift of giving, and is a way for our community to put our faith into action.
Our reach
14
countries
We deliver help and hope to people across the globe with teams in Australia, the United Kingdom, North & South America, the Caribbean, Canada, New Zealand and throughout Europe including Poland and Ukraine. Together we are Brethren.
New Zealand Who We Support
Emergency & Disaster Relief
When natural disasters unfold, you can count on the Rapid Relief Team to be on the front line serving emergency service personnel with quality food and refreshments, and providing tangible support to those in need.
Learn moreHomelessness, Poverty & Hardship
RRT has a heart for the homeless, and supports homeless missions across the globe by serving meals and donating blankets and other essential items.
Learn moreYouth
RRT volunteers help bring joy into the life of disadvantaged youth by supporting youth-focused charities that empower young people to grow beyond adversities.
Learn moreHealth & Disability
When it comes to health and disability, RRT steps in to support government and charitable organisations that raise vital funds and awareness for related causes.
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Help us make a differenceContribute through monthly or one-off donations and support the Rapid Relief Team’s work across New Zealand
Contribute through monthly or one-off donations and support the Rapid Relief Team’s work across New Zealand
Following recent storms that damaged fencing across Wairarapa farms, 80 farmers collected free fencing materials at today’s Farmers Community Connect in Martinborough, including 6,400 fence posts and 8,000 battens. 🚜
The day also brought farmers together with others from their local community and support services, while our RRT volunteers served more than 220 meals and 365 barista coffees.
Thank you to the local organisations and volunteers who helped bring the day together. 🤝
#rrtcares #FarmersCommunityConnect #StormRecovery
Rural Support Trust - Wairarapa
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📍 Today we’re in Martinborough for the Farmers Community Connect event! Our RRT volunteers are getting set to welcome Wairarapa farmers, with fencing materials ready for collection, a BBQ lunch on the go, and local organisations coming together to support the rural community. Looking forward to seeing everyone soon! 👋 #rrtcares #FarmersCommunityConnect #Wairarapa Rural Support Trust - Wairarapa
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Mangere East Family Services supports children and families in need across the Māngere and Ōtāhuhu communities.
RRT was glad to lend a hand with 15 Food Boxes and 6 Baby Care Kits, helping their social workers provide practical essentials to the schools and families they support. 💙
#rrtcares #youth #hardship ME Family Services
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