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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 of the celebration are mlyntsi, delicate thin crêpes shared with family, friends, and neighbors. At WCK, we know that food is more than…
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This winter, World Central Kitchen delivered thousands of Kutia Kits throughout Ukraine, bringing one of the country’s most meaningful Christmas traditions to families living through war.
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In Ukraine, families are observing Orthodox Easter this Sunday in the midst of war for the fifth consecutive year. The day holds profound importance for communities across the country—which is why our teams are once again serving paska, traditional Easter cakes with colorful decorations, so people can share a moment of joy and reflection. Paska…
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WCK Ukraine Regional Lead Kyrylo is originally from the Zaporizhzhia region. He lived in Kharkiv for ten years, and before the full-scale invasion, he worked in his family’s ceramic and furniture production business. Now his hometown and the family business are under occupation. We sat down with Kyrylo to talk about his experience working with…
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Founded in 2010 by Chef José Andrés, World Central Kitchen (WCK) is a nonprofit organization that is first to the frontlines providing fresh meals in response to crises. Applying our model of quick action, leveraging local resources, and adapting in real time, WCK has served hundreds of millions of nourishing meals around the world. When…
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WCK provides water to Kozatske and Vesele in southern Ukraine.
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Donetsk region is one of the hardest places to live in Ukraine. Almost every community there feels the impact of daily shelling. Families who remain live with daily risks, yet they keep their homes, look after one another, and find ways to endure. For them, food can bring comfort, strength, and a small sense of…
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WCK recently supported a summer camp in Zaporizhzhya where over 100 children enjoyed four days of activities, games, good food, and a much-needed break from the realities of life inside a country at war.
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The WCK Way in 2024
In 2024, WCK provided over 109 million meals to families affected by conflict, natural disasters, and the climate crisis in 20 countries. This month, teams are on the ground in Ukraine, Gaza, Lebanon, Mayotte, Egypt, Spain, and North Carolina, delivering meals with the help of partners and volunteers. Since October 2023, we’ve served families in…
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Today marks two years since Russian forces launched a large-scale invasion of Ukraine. Life has never been the same for millions of Ukrainians living under constant threat. World Central Kitchen arrived in the region soon after the initial attack and our teams have provided meals to impacted communities every day since. Alongside our local partners,…









