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As Ukraine prepares for another winter of war, intensified Russian attacks on the country’s energy infrastructure are threatening to leave families without electricity, heating and water as temperatures begin to fall. World Central Kitchen (WCK) is preparing for this reality by adapting how we cook, distribute and deliver food across Ukraine.
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Since the full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine, WCK teams have been on the ground each and every day, serving and caring for their neighbors. As the years have passed and the situation on the ground has changed, we’ve innovated and developed various different programs, ranging from seeds and greenhouses to stoves and kitchen renovations. Still,…
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Today, WCK founder Chef José Andrés was presented with a commemorative stamp by Ukrposhta—Ukraine’s national postal service—marking the milestone of 300 million meals served. It is a meaningful recognition from a country that has trusted WCK to show up, day after day, through some of the most difficult moments of this war. We are honored…
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The ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine has disrupted food access for families all across Ukraine. For almost 5 years, WCK innovated and invested in community partnerships to help serve hundreds of thousands of meals. One approach is not enough to meet the diverse needs of Ukrainians impacted by the conflict—almost 40 million people live in…
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Four years ago, when Russia launched its full-scale invasion, World Central Kitchen made a simple promise: We stand with the people of Ukraine. Since those first days in 2022, WCK has served more than 295 million meals to Ukrainians surviving the war—at train stations and border crossings, in de-occupied towns, and in cities under constant…
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Update from July 23, 2005 After a drone strike hit a WCK supplies warehouse in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, we didn’t stop. Our teams adapted to deliver food kits and water without interruption during repairs. Now, the facility is operating at full capacity, with local teams ensuring aid reaches communities. At approximately 5:00 AM local time, the…
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When Yevhen fled his home in Ukraine, he left behind everything—including his bakery.
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When violence escalates and daily life is disrupted, people don’t just need food–they need something warm, familiar, and sustaining. One of the many meals WCK teams serve in Ukraine is borsch–a traditional Eastern European beet soup. But, as Ukrainians face renewed violence and an energy crisis during the coldest months of the year, WCK’s Relief…
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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 to people fleeing the front lines—quickly evolved into a multifaceted response, adapting to meet the changing needs of communities across the country.
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In order to make sure World Central Kitchen teams can serve meals to the people who need them most, we need to understand what’s happening on the ground—who is receiving support, what they need, and how those needs are changing.
