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WCK Founder José Andrés named one of U.S. News’ Best Leaders of 2025
WCK founder José Andrés was named one of U.S. News’ Best Leaders of 2025.
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WCK Opens North Star Field Kitchen in Northern Gaza
World Central Kitchen has opened our first Field Kitchen in northern Gaza. Named North Star Kitchen, it is our fourth large-scale Field Kitchen in Gaza and joins our network of 95 community…
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Masnytsia in Ukraine: How WCK Marks a Sweet Celebration
Ukrainians across the country recently celebrated Masnytsia—a holiday that marks the transition from winter to spring. For Ukraine, it is a time for joy, gathering, and, of course, food. At the heart…
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Barbeque Pork and Cornbread: Meet the Carolinians and Tennesseeans Stepping Up in Long-Term Hurricane Recovery
WCK was among the first to arrive in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Now, we remain one of the last aid organizations serving meals in the Asheville area. Our teams work to…
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World Central Kitchen’s Commitment in Gaza and Beyond
Since October 7, 2023, WCK has delivered over 122 million meals to people in Gaza and the West Bank. Our commitment stretches beyond one season or holiday. During Ramadan 2024, WCK distributed…
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Making Zakat Count: 5 Million Ramadan Meals & 100% Donation Impact
Ramadan is a time of deep reflection, community, and generosity for Muslim communities. It is also a time when Muslims around the world fulfill their obligation of Zakat, a pillar of Islam…
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WCK Nourishes Workers of Restaurants Lost to the Los Angeles Wildfires
In the aftermath of crises, helpers step up. Often, those who feel called to offer support first are members of the restaurant community. Hospitality, after all, means offering someone a home away…
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Three Years of Adaptation and Impact in Ukraine
Three years ago, World Central Kitchen began supporting Ukrainians impacted by war—marking the first time WCK mobilized in response to an active conflict. What started as an emergency relief effort—serving hot meals…
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Together in Compassion: How World Central Kitchen’s Ramadan Aid Delivers Hope to Gaza and Lebanon
Ramadan is a time of spiritual reflection, communal gathering, and unwavering compassion. It’s also a season where unity can create profound change, especially for people in urgent need. We believe food is…
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Staff Spotlight: Yuliya Stefanyuk
Her insights on rebuilding Ukraine’s food supply chain and her first call with José Andrés
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WCK’s LA Wildfire Response: Your Top Questions Answered
As our founder, José Andrés, says, “Everyone is a part of World Central Kitchen, they just don’t know it yet.” WCK’s Los Angeles Community Outreach Manager Trish Engel was invited to answer questions…
