The RAS Foundation is the charitable arm of the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW. The RAS Foundation was created in 2007 to help build strong, vibrant rural and regional communities in NSW. Since its inception the RAS Foundation has provided more than $2.86 million in community grants and educational scholarships to rural communities in New South Wales. The RAS Foundation is a company limited by guarantee with its own Board which comprises four directors from the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW, and four independent directors.