Who we are

The RAS Foundation helps to build strong, sustainable and resilient rural and regional communities in NSW, by providing scholarships for education and training, and grants for community development.

$10.2 Million

Invested in scholarships and grants since 2007

  • 1000

    1000

    Invested in scholarships and grants since 2007

  • 274

    274

    recipients have been awarded community grants

     

  • $2.1 million

    $2.1 million

    in kitchenware, toys and goods distributed to NSW regional communities

Registered Charity

RAS Foundation

Registered Charity

Purposed to build on the iconic legacy of the RAS, the Foundation recognises rural and regional communities as the lifeblood of the agricultural sector in New South Wales. Holding Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status under the Income Tax Assessment Act of 1997 (Cth), the Foundation receives tax-deductible donations for the many grants, scholarships and community projects it supports. Through these grants, scholarships and community projects, the Foundation promotes the maintenance, renewal, regeneration and development of strong, sustainable and vibrant rural, regional and remote communities in Australia. Building a strong, vibrant and skilled NSW through investment in education, training and development of rural communities.

A female agricultural worker kneeling in a green crop field with a cattle dog, smiling at the camera.

RAS Foundation

Contact Us

Telephone: 02 9704 1226
Fax: 02 9704 1104
Address: Locked Bag 4317 Sydney Olympic Park NSW 2127 
RAS Foundation Limited ACN: 637 243 853