The One Community programme was launched at the inaugural Player's Charity Christmas Party on 7 December 2006.  Using the strong profile of Rugby League the ‘One Community' programme will work across all levels of the game -  players, volunteers, supporters and corporate partners - to make a positive difference to people's lives.

The programme will specifically focus on improving the lives of children and families who are in need.

One Community will also respond to key public needs by building strategic partnerships in the areas of health, education and social issues. 

"Through the One Community program we're looking to showcase the game's already strong community involvement and build further interaction between all levels of the game and the community," NRL Chief Executive Mr David Gallop said today.

"Rugby League has a unique ability to make a positive difference to people's lives and the One Community program will be an important feature of our game moving forward.

"This program will provide a clear direction for our community involvement so we can have maximum impact for our efforts.

"Players are very aware of their ability to inspire others, similarly they take a great deal of inspiration from the people they meet when they are out and about."
 

Mission Statement 
The Rugby League One Community program unites players, officials, volunteers, supporters and corporate partners to harness the profile of, and passion for Rugby League and make a positive difference to people's lives.

We will do this by:

• Showcasing the game's already strong community involvement and building further interaction between all levels of the game and the community.
• Focusing on improving the lives of children and families who are in need.