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 […]
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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 […]
RRT supports NSW firefighter championships
The Rapid Relief Team, the charitable arm of our Church, helped keep up the energy levels of NSW’s finest firefighters at the NSW Firefighter Championships by serving up more than 1,000 meals across the three-day event in Wagga. The Firefighter Championships is one of Fire & Rescue NSW’s (FRNSW) proudest and longest traditions and has […]
Echoes of Hope: RRT’s Ongoing Relief in Ukraine
The Rapid Relief Team (RRT), the charitable arm of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church, continues to support Ukraine as it navigates the ongoing conflict. Two Years and eight months since the war began, RRT has been engaging with local communities, listening to their stories and delivering essential resources to those affected. Nadiya Oleksandrivna Radchenko, born […]
RRT hosts thank you lunch for Mt Barker Hospital heroes
The Rapid Relief Team (RRT), the charitable arm of our church, has hosted its seventh thank-you lunch for South Australia’s healthcare heroes, with volunteers, this time serving up satisfying meals to the wonderful nurses and health staff at Mount Barker District Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital. RRT Local Team Leader Luke Butcher said volunteers kept the signature burgers […]
RRT Helps Fuel London Stansted Airport During Their Training Day!
In 2013, the Rapid Relief Team (RRT) was established to help put our care and compassion into action for the benefit of people in need. Fast forward to today, and RRT is active in 14 countries and is operated by 14,500 volunteers from our Community. Last month, despite an unexpected storm, RRT volunteers at London Stansted […]
RRT UK Supports World Homeless Day
In 2013, the Rapid Relief Team (RRT) was established to help put our care and compassion into action for the benefit of people in need. Fast forward to today, and RRT is active in 14 countries and is operated by 14,500 volunteers from our Community. On October 9th, Rapid Relief Team (RRT) Gloucester volunteers collaborated […]
RRT Hosts Lunch For Dandenong Hospital Heroes
The Rapid Relief Team (RRT) has celebrated the hard work and care of the wonderful nurses and staff at Dandenong Hospital by cooking up more than 800 meals for them. Federal Member for Bruce, the Hon Julian Hill MP, and City of Greater Dandenong Councillor Mayor Lana Formoso attended the BBQ event in which 15 […]