Community | Compassion | Support
Compassion in action – supporting communities in need
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1,428,698
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
14,500
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
16
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
World Water Day - "accelerating the change to solve the water and sanitation crisis”. Today 2.2 billion people still lack access to safe water at home.
We thought we'd share these pics that capture the spirit of these kids perfectly at the recent Taranaki Whanau Day 2023 ParaFed Taranaki held in New Plymouth recently. 😍
The Halberg Foundation has kindly allowed us to post these images... they tell such a story - kids with disabilities letting nothing hold them back!
Our team was on hand and provided lunch for those attending.
Thank you so much for your support 💕
A day of ’50s and ’60s rock and roll vibe with a lot of classic vehicles and enthusiasts from around the country! 🎉🚗
This best describes The Caroline Bay Rock & Hop, a three-day fundraising event held last weekend by volunteers on behalf of Hospice South Canterbury showcasing cars, caravans, and motorbikes from modern to vintage, classic to muscle, drawing enthusiasm from young and old alike.
Launched in 2017, the event has become well-supported for both the Hospice and the South Canterbury area.
Rapid Relief Team NZ provided valuable fundraising for The Hospice with delicious food and great quality coffee! 🍔☕
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#givebacktothecommunity
GreatTeam supporting a great Cause!
Wow, impressive.At what point did it change from helping out at emergency situations/disasters, to being present at a big show and shine gala day with cars on display, bands, food, competitions, Best Dressed Awards and a funky fashion parade?Seeing as this was a fundraising event, were all monies taken from the sale of refreshments donated to the hospice, or even better, did the RRT show full compassion by giving away all the food you provided? As you state in this post #givebacktothecommunityWhat happened to John Hales’ teaching of being a part of the world but not of it?! Goal posts moved again to fuel the ever changing money hungry agenda?!
What utter bull shit this is all fake to get tax relief for being charitable If someone from the organisation had attended that rally the would get kicked it lost family etc just sheer hypocrisy
People have been excommunicated for less from the cult you charade for ….. the hypocrisy.
