In Lebanon, there have been constant hostilities along the Israel-Lebanon border that have displaced over 100,000 Lebanese. A massive increase in Israeli attacks throughout Lebanon starting in September 2024 have displaced another 92,000 people, creating even more acute food needs. WCK and our partners across the country are serving tens of thousands of hot meals every day, with a focus on comforting and hearty Lebanese flavors. Meanwhile, natural disasters don’t stop during conflicts: severe flooding in northern Lebanon last winter destroyed homes and roads. WCK, working alongside our local partners, acted quickly to support communities impacted by the flooding.

World Central Kitchen is ramping up our meal production in Lebanon to address the escalating humanitarian crisis and mounting civilian casualties as Israel targets Hezbollah in Lebanon, widening the war in the region. Led by Chef Corps member Aline Kamakian, our team is working tirelessly to meet the urgent needs of families affected.

WCK scaling up efforts in Lebanon

Sobhiye and her daughters fled from southern Lebanon in 2023 and they have been receiving WCK hot meals in their shelter. Sobhiye thanked our teams for providing the meals to her family, she said it was as if we had lifted a burden from their shoulders.

Sobhiye

Chef Layth has been working with WCK in Lebanon since October 2023. He cooks not just to serve food, but to prove that even in the hardest moments, kindness creates moments of peace.

Chef Layth

Maro began working with WCK more recently, but has already become known as the mother in the kitchen. Her warmth, kindness, and love of cooking are truly infectious.

Maro

In Israel, tens of thousands of Israeli civilians have been forced to evacuate due to the escalating conflict along the northern border. Thousands of vulnerable individuals—mostly seniors and disabled people—remain unable to flee due to medical limitations and are caught in the border crossfire. WCK is providing these groups with nutritious hot meals, along with dry and fresh food supplies. Many have been confined to their homes and shelters for months, as missiles continue to hit the region multiple times a day. Our efforts ensure they receive essential nourishment and a touch of humanity during this ongoing crisis. As Israeli hostages returned home, we delivered meals to the hospitals where they received checkups and were reunited with their families.

"I'm very proud to know that there are people that keep the light on at this moment of darkness."

Assaf

“When a crisis happens, food Is like a hug. That's why it is essential to cook healthy, wholesome food. Working for the WCK gives strength and validation to our efforts.”

Maya

“Without WCK, we couldn't prepare food for thousands of people. It is so incredible that these people can receive warm food and know that people are caring for them.”

Rachel

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Families in Israel and Lebanon have been reeling from devastating conflict that has caused profound loss of life and forced millions to flee their homes. Innocent families are caught in the middle of the volatile situation and our teams are committed to providing aid to anyone who needs it.

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