FIRST ALERT: WCK Responds to Hawk Wildfire in Reno, Nevada

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 distributed hot meals at Vila Brás in São Leopoldo, where residents have not been able to get into their houses for almost a month due to the flooding. Families can finally start returning home, and the plates of Carne de Panela—stewed beef with veggies—are helping to fuel cleanup efforts.

    Twitter | 6/05/2024
  • Chefs For Gaza

    50 million meals served in Gaza

    6/04/2024
  • In the nearly eight months since World Central Kitchen served our first plates of food in Gaza, our teams have provided more than 50 million meals by land, air, and sea to Palestinian families in need. Despite unprecedented challenges, we are working tirelessly to provide lifesaving food for people facing unimaginable hardship.

    Twitter | 6/04/2024