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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 third Gaza Field Kitchen
WCK has opened a new Field Kitchen in central Gaza to better meet the needs of communities devastated by war.
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Jordanian General Fatwa Office and Royal Aal al-Bayt Institute for Islamic Thought Certify World Central Kitchen as Zakat-eligible
This certification is a significant milestone, as Zakat is a fundamental pillar of Islam, and it signifies a crucial step towards WCK’s commitment to alleviate hunger and provide essential support to the…
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Zakat-Verified: World Central Kitchen’s Relief Efforts in Gaza & Lebanon
WCK relief efforts in Gaza have been Zakat-verified according to Shaykh Aarij Anwer via LaunchGood who advised on the policy as well as the Zakat verification process for campaigns on LaunchGood.
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WCK & partners serve 700,000 meals in Haiti
World Central Kitchen and our partners first responded to widespread unrest and violence in Haiti eight weeks ago. Since then, we have served more than 700,000 meals to families who have lost…
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WCK marks Easter in Ukraine
Families across Ukraine recently marked their third Easter under Russian occupation. As we have done since first responding to the conflict, World Central Kitchen teams in the country embarked on a mission…
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Spain Honors WCK work with Grand Cross of Naval Merit
World Central Kitchen founder José Andrés was awarded Spain’s Grand Cross of Naval Merit for his work through the organization to support communities impacted by crises. The ceremony also served as a…
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Ukraine Team brings food and hope to frontlines
Life for many families in Ukraine’s frontline communities has become increasingly tense in recent weeks as Russian forces advance in Kharkiv and Kramatorsk. Communities along the border in Sumy and Chernihiv have…
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Palestinian-led teams resume work in Gaza
World Central Kitchen has resumed operations in Gaza, serving 2 million meals over the past week. The humanitarian crisis remains dire. We will continue to get as much food into Gaza, including…
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José honors WCK Heroes at Celebration of Life
Read José’s remarks at the memorial service held at the National Cathedral in Washington, DC on Thursday, April 25.
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World Central Kitchen Resuming Gaza Operations
World Central Kitchen (WCK) is resuming operations in Gaza. The humanitarian situation in Gaza remains dire. We are restarting our operation with the same energy, dignity, and focus on feeding as many…



