Community | Compassion | Support
Compassion in action – supporting communities in need
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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
Teachers at Grantlea Downs School have been purchasing muesli bars themselves to ensure students had something to eat during the school day.
To help, RRT recently donated 20 FreshStarrt Care Kits and 2 cartons of Smarrt Cookie Bars for students facing hardship. The care kits provide essential personal care items, while the cookie bars help address hunger as a barrier to learning, providing practical support for students who need it most.
Shout out to the staff at Grantlea Downs School for the care and support they provide their students every day ❤️
#rrtcares #youth #HardshipSupport
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Search and rescue teams train together so they’re ready when people need them most.
From 22–24 May, Police joined LandSAR and Surf Life Saving for a West Coast training exercise, and RRT served 55 signature burgers for dinner on Friday night. Glad to lend a hand to those putting in the work behind the scenes! 🙌 #rrtcares #emergencyservices #searchandrescue
Nelson, Marlborough, West Coast Police Hokitika Search and Rescue Buller Surf Rescue
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Parafed Bay of Plenty enables sport, recreation and play opportunities for physically disabled people across the region. At BayPark Tauranga, disabled participants came together in teams for wheelchair rugby and wheelchair basketball, with RRT volunteers serving 270 Signature Burgers for lunch. We were happy to support the day and help keep players, supporters and volunteers fuelled between games! ⚽🍔 #rrtcares #disabilitysport
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Another amazing #InternationalNursesDay in the books!
RRT served over 26,000 meals throughout May for #InternationalNursesDay2026, celebrating the incredible nurses who dedicate their time to caring for others. A huge thank you to our volunteers for making it all possible, we’re already looking forward to next year! #rrtcares
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