Boys to the Bush
It is easier to build a strong boy than repair a broken man
BOYS TO THE BUSH (BTTB)
A rapidly growing group across NSW assisting boys between 8 and 20 years old, on a mission to assist boys to become good men.
Removing boys from troubled environments and distractions, replacing them with positive influences, mentoring and a sense of belonging, helps build self-respect, mateship, resilience and confidence.
These interventions reduce homelessness, addictions, juvenile incarceration, self-harm and suicide. BttB aim to build better men, partners, husbands, fathers, sons, brothers and employees.
Founded in Albury in 2017, the organisation has expanded to provide services in Forbes, Bathurst, Young, Leeton, Dubbo, Wellington, Wagga Wagga, Wangaratta, Echuca and Bendigo plus reviewing options of establishing in Orange, Tamworth, Yass and Canberra.
BttB has positively impacted over 7,000 lives through involvement across a range of programs, including one-on-one MENtoring Programs, Camps, School Programs, Education Programs, Alternative Care Arrangements and Community Engagement Days. Ongoing support is provided to over 75% of the youth engaged with Boys to the Bush programs.
In 2022, they were recognised with “The Most Outstanding Community Organisation” award by Business NSW.
During the ride we’ll meet some of the BttB team and the young men who are benefitting from their services. The RTG24 rider team is looking forward to raising funds and leaving a lasting legacy to support the operation so and success of BttB.