Community | Compassion | Support
Compassion in action – supporting communities in need
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We are here to serve
2,624,824
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
On The House in Taranaki keeps food moving to where it’s needed most across the region, sharing surplus kai through their pop-up free stores and a wide network of local community groups. This week RRT donated 14 food boxes to support On The House as they work alongside people who are homeless or doing it tough.❤️ #rrtcares #hardship
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Cancer Society Southern wrapped up the Southern Swing Golf Series in Invercargill on Saturday, closing in on their $100,000 fundraising goal. It’s all supporting their commitment to enhancing the lives of those affected by cancer, along with their whānau and supporters, and we’ve been honoured to be alongside them backing this cause. ⛳️
Our team served 80 Signature Burgers and cake to keep golfers, organisers and supporters fuelled between swings. Thanks for having us back, and for the steady work you do every day across the south.
#rrtcares #southernswinggolfseries
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Everyone who took on the Pouto Lighthouse Challenge was out there for a good cause, raising funds in support of Cancer Society Northland. There were people running, walking, or biking along the beach from Pouto Point to the lighthouse and back, with soft sand and changing conditions making it a real challenge.
RRT was there to support at the finish with our signature burgers and drinks for participants coming through 🍔 Thanks to everyone who showed up and gave it a go for whānau facing cancer!
#rrtcares #poutolighthousechallenge Cancer Society New Zealand
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As we enter 2026, we reflect on and share what our volunteers have achieved across the globe from the previous year.
Closing out our highlights, see how RRT supported those facing homelessness, poverty, and hardship with compassion and practical help.
To watch the full video visit rrtglobal.org/
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