FIRST ALERT: WCK Responds to Extended Power Outages in Gary, IN

Jason Collis

Chief Operating Officer, Response Operations

Jason began working with WCK in 2017 during the Thomas Fire in California and has since assisted with various WCK efforts, across the US and internationally. He brings more than 20 years of experience in the food and beverage industry, where he launched several successful businesses. Now, as Chief Operating Officer, Response Operations, Jason oversees all of our relief work— from emergency response to special operations. He also utilizes his experience in procurement and operations to help our field operations run smoothly. When not working, Jason’s passions include his wife and two children, football, and the outdoors.

Recent News

  • WCK teams responding to the mid June wildfires in New Mexico worked alongside NGO partners, restaurants, and food trucks to reach all areas of need. Together, we provided more than 25,000 meals to communities in the region. @ProjectCampLA helped us distribute nourishing plates of food to families in Roswell.

    Twitter | 7/09/2024
  • Hurricane Beryl update from Jamaica 🇯🇲 WCK’s Ki is in Portland Cottage, Clarendon in south-central Jamaica where we are working with local partners to prepare and distribute hundreds of warm meals to people as recovery efforts begin.

    Twitter | 7/09/2024
  • WCK is in Sargent, TX providing search and rescue teams and residents with meals and water. Hurricane Beryl caused a dangerous storm serge in and around Sargent that flooded the area, knocking out electricity which is expected to take several days to restore.

    Twitter | 7/09/2024