2025 RAS Foundation Charity Brunch

The RAS Foundation Limited was established in 2007 to help build strong, sustainable and resilient rural and regional communities in New South Wales. The RAS Foundation achieves this through a range of programs that help rural Australians to realise their potential and make a difference in their community.

The 2025 RAS Foundation Charity Brunch will be supporting Birds in the Bush.

Birds in the Bush is a volunteer-run not-for-profit making remarkable progress in addressing domestic and family violence in the Central West. Their mission is to raise awareness and provide support through empowerment, fundraising, advocacy, and education.

According to the NSW Recorded Crime Statistics quarterly update of June 2022, the Central West saw an increase of sexual assault and domestic violence by 28%, one of the largest increases in New South Wales.

Birds in the Bush aims to raise funds to support The Orchard, Orange. The Orchard Orange offers a safe and supportive environment for women and children experiencing domestic and family violence. This sanctuary provides trauma-informed physical design for independent living, ensuring privacy and intensive support when needed most. The choice to stay within their community allows victim survivors to maintain their established support networks, including family, friends, and services, and continue their employment and education.

Birds in the Bush plan to help refurbish the six family units at The Orchard Orange, replacing worn-out items to continue offering beautiful, welcoming homes for over 240 women and children who have sought refuge since its opening. Additionally, Birds in the Bush would like to support The Orchard Bathurst by contributing to a playground facility for visiting families and children. Play therapy within The Orchard facilities provides children with a safe space to process their emotions, regain control, and rebuild positive connections in their environment.

Join us on Wednesday 16 April to help raise funds and assist Birds in the Bush to meet their goals.

Ticket inclusions:

- One entry ticket for the 2025 Sydney Royal Easter Show.
- Seated brunch with a selection of tea and coffee.
- Unlimited drinks.

If you are unable to attend this Charity Brunch, but would like to contribute to this cause by making a donation, please follow this link: GiveNow - 2025 RAS Foundation Charity Brunch Cause

Donations over $2 are tax deductable.

Important note:

- No reservation of seats or tables will be available without previous payment.

Contact us:

For enquiries about the event, please contact Shriya Rao, e: srao@rasnsw.com.au, p: 02 9704 1457