We are here to serve

1,853,933

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.
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Homelessness, 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.
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Youth

RRT volunteers help bring joy into the life of disadvantaged youth by supporting youth-focused charities that empower young people to grow beyond adversities.
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Health & 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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Community | Compassion | Support

Help us make a difference

Contribute through monthly or one-off donations and support the Rapid Relief Team’s work across New Zealand

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Heaps of fun & games at the recent Halberg Foundation Whanau Sports Day where disabled children were able to try adaptive sports such as netball, hockey and swimming! 🏊‍♂️ 🏑 🏐
We provided lunch for the participants and their families as they took part in the inclusive activities 💗
#RRTcares ParaFed Taranaki Taranaki Community Rugby Taranaki Hockey Netball Taranaki Wai o Rua - Stratford Aquatic Centre
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Heaps of fun & games at the recent Halberg Foundation Whanau Sports Day where disabled children were able to try adaptive sports such as netball, hockey and swimming! 🏊‍♂️ 🏑 🏐
We provided lunch for the participants and their families as they took part in the inclusive activities 💗
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Thanks for your support The Ice Cream Truck...perfect day for an icecream!🌞🍦Image attachmentImage attachment+1Image attachment

With over $130,000 raised for Hawkes Bay charities, you could say that the recent Jolly Good Chaps Charitable Trust Napier Scooter Challenge was a resounding success! 💰 🫰
It was our privilege to provide the riders with breakfast AND lunch as they scootered 325km south to Wellington, serving around 450 meals 🍔
Well done everyone! You're a bunch of jolly good chaps! 🛵 💞
#RRTcares
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With over $130,000 raised for Hawkes Bay charities, you could say that the recent Jolly Good Chaps Charitable Trust Napier Scooter Challenge was a resounding success! 💰 🫰
It was our privilege to provide the riders with breakfast AND lunch as they scootered 325km south to Wellington, serving around 450 meals 🍔
Well done everyone! Youre a bunch of jolly good chaps! 🛵 💞
#RRTcares
TUMU Group StarSocial Suzuki NZ Furniture Clearance Co Sunshine Brewery The Hits - Hawkes Bay 89.5FM #napierscooterchallengeImage attachmentImage attachment+3Image attachment

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Fabulous kai team! Thanks for everything you did for us :)

Thank you so much RRT you helped us create an amazing event. We couldn’t have done it without you.

Legends thanks for the support

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