Community | Compassion | Support
Compassion in action – supporting communities in need
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We are here to serve
2,803,400
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
Mai Lighthouse provides support and practical care for families and individuals across the Franklin region. Recently, we donated RRT care kits, blankets, beanies, and socks to help support people doing it tough, especially those experiencing homelessness. We appreciated hearing from the Mai Lighthouse team that these items "make a huge impact to their lives". 💙 #rrtcares #hardshipsupport
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Kaikohe West School, Northland College and Solomon Group NZ are supporting rangatahi through winter, with many young people needing access to basic hygiene and essential care items. Across these three organisations, the RRT Kerikeri team donated 260 FreshStarrt Care Kits, 150 soaps, 10 beanies and 10 pairs of socks to help support local youth. #rrtcares #YouthSupport
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💞Look who popped into Hospice last week. Ben & Damian from Rapid Relief Team NZ .
If you purchased a burger from RRT at the recent Caroline Bay Rock and Hop - THANK YOU!
Ben & Damian delivered to us the proceeds from Rock and Hop sales, a massive $2,508.00. all of which will go directly towards providing care to our palliative patients and families in our region. Hospice is very appreciative of all Rapid Relief Team NZ does for Hospice South Canterbury and our community.
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More smiles, more meals served, more moments of joy… another #InternationalNursesDay event today!
RRT volunteers were honoured to show their appreciation for the nurses and hospital staff at Wairarapa Hospital today. #rrtcares #InternationalNursesDay2026
Health NZ - Wairarapa Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora
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