This International Volunteer Day, the Rapid Relief Team (RRT), the charitable arm of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church (PBCC), celebrated the end of a banner year. In 2024, 2,675 RRT volunteers from 54 North American communities in 20 states gave 28,750 hours of their time, supported 270 unique events, and served a grand total of […]
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Farmers receive free fencing as cyclone recovery continues
More than 240 farmers still recovering from Cyclone Gabrielle have received fencing materials at the Rapid Relief Team’s (RRT) Farmers Community Connect event in Gisborne New Zealand. Last month, a dedicated team of 58 RRT volunteers from the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church tirelessly loaded up fencing posts for thankful farmers. They also put on a […]
RRT Supports Simon Community’s Homeless Event
Despite an unexpected storm on Thursday, the 5th of December, Plymouth Brethren Christian Church volunteers from the RRT in Warrenpoint, Northern Ireland stepped up to serve 200 burger meals, refreshments, and hot drinks during the Homeless Awareness Week event hosted by Simon Community and Women’s Aid. Founded in 1971, Simon Community is Northern Ireland’s leading […]
International Volunteers Day
December 5th marks International Volunteer Day, and the Rapid Relief Team (RRT), the charitable arm of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church has taken this special opportunity to shine a light on the incredible individuals who drive their mission forward with care and compassion. RRT has 14,500 Plymouth Brethren volunteers across 14 countries, forming the heart of everything […]
Hope in Every Box: RRT’s Donations in Worcestershire
Local Plymouth Brethren Christian Church volunteers from the Rapid Relief Team (RRT) in Worcester, UK, delivered 15 Food Boxes to the discharge lounge at Worcestershire Royal Hospital. This contribution provided critical support, ensuring patients returning home had access to essential food supplies and effectively addressing the challenges many face during the transition from hospital to […]
RRT Partners with CEO Sleepout for Another Year of Support
On November 19th, Rapid Relief Team (RRT) Volunteers from Darlington UK came together early in the morning to collaborate with CEO Sleepout again. Their efforts aimed to raise awareness about homelessness while providing breakfast and hot drinks at the CEO Sleepout event. The RRT has proudly partnered with CEO Sleepout since 2018, actively supporting this […]
RRT supports Convoy for Kids in Goulburn
The Rapid Relief Team (RRT), the charitable arm of the Church, has served up around 1,600 meals at a Convoy for Kids Goulburn event raising funds in support of local children living with cancer, terminal illnesses, disabilities and special needs. The charity, which was established in 1999 by local volunteers, holds an annual street convoy […]
RRT Supports Run the Runway
The Rapid Relief Team, our global charity, supported those running for a cause at Prestwick Airport. On Saturday, November 2nd, at 8:00 AM, ‘Run the Runway 2024’ took place at Glasgow Prestwick Airport, where around 1,000 participants gathered to run or walk 5K or 10K laps along the runway. This special event, organised by Prestwick […]
RRT Supports Fire & Rescue with Meals During Training
Volunteers from the Rapid Relief Team (RRT), our global charity, partnered with County Durham and Darlington Fire and Rescue Service for their MDU Tactical Exercise. RRT served 240 burger meals to the staff and participants during the event, providing support throughout the exercise and assisting the team as they completed their tactical training. County Durham […]
Stockholm’s homeless receive hygiene kits from RRT
The Rapid Relief Team, our global charity, recently donated a new supply of hygiene kits to St. Clara Church in Stockholm. The night-open church gives the city’s homeless a place to sleep for the night, and every weekday, they distribute food to those in need. The RRT hygiene kit consists of deodorant, toothpaste and other […]