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WCK immediately prepares & serves fresh, nourishing meals to communities impacted by natural disasters and during humanitarian crises. #ChefsForTheWorld

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WCK team members Madame Mirana, Mr. Bob, and Mr. Adjee are three of the countless community members in Haiti making sure neighbors have what they need. Every day, they serve up hot meals at the WCK and HAS Haiti Belanger kitchen, which many families rely on for regular access to food. #ChefsForHaiti
January 13, 2026 at 3:49 PM
Introducing WCK #ChefsForUkraine Invincibility Train Cars, launched in partnership with Ukraine's railway company, Ukrzaliznytsia. Outfitted with kitchens, these cars offer warm meals, drinks, and more for people affected by attacks and power outages; one of the many ways we support Ukrainians.
January 13, 2026 at 1:24 AM
On our first day of #ChefsForJamaica meal kit distribution, WCK stopped by Bogue Hill Infant and Primary School to supply families with ingredients they love. These kits, which include proteins, local spices, and rice, are a critical part of helping people cook again after Hurricane Melissa.
January 12, 2026 at 10:31 PM
Eating gluten-free is challenging for children anywhere in the world. For kids like Ziad in Gaza, it's near impossible. Now, with increased aid deliveries, WCK can distribute special food kits with gluten-free staples so Palestinians with these allergies can get the support they need. #ChefsForGaza
January 11, 2026 at 10:31 PM
Families in Ukraine’s Kherson region live under the constant threat of Russian attacks, making access to basic necessities like food incredibly difficult. WCK makes regular deliveries of food kits to villages like Soldatske—helping ensure families get the support they need. #ChefsForUkraine
January 11, 2026 at 3:49 PM
NBCLA stopped by to speak with Melody and WCK’s Trish about our efforts in Lytle Creek: bit.ly/3NDLZcE #ChefsForCalifornia (2/2)
World Kitchen steps in to support Lytle Creek after storm damage
With some Lytle Creek residents still displaced due to the storm damage, World Central Kitchen stepped in to feed those who’ve been impacted. Amber Frias reports for the NBC4 News at 4:30 p.m. on…
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January 11, 2026 at 12:00 AM
WCK’s #ChefsForCalifornia teams partnered with Melody, owner of Melody’s Place in Lytle Creek, CA, to provide comforting hot meals to residents impacted by recent flooding. The restaurant quickly became a safe place for families to take a break and recharge. (1/2)
January 11, 2026 at 12:00 AM
More fresh produce in Gaza!🥑

Working alongside local partners, WCK’s #ChefsForGaza teams distributed avocados to children in school tents in several displacement camps. Fresh fruits and veggies are rare treat, so the kids were extra excited for this delivery while they were in class.
January 10, 2026 at 4:00 PM
WCK teams and partners worldwide do everything possible to create small moments of joy amid uncertainty. Over Christmas in Ukraine, that joy looked like gingerbread houses. Our #ChefsForUkraine team provided these gifts to children who have lost their homes.
January 9, 2026 at 10:31 PM
Nimat and her family were displaced from their home in Beit Hanoun, North Gaza to a tent in Khan Younis. Now, they rely mainly on WCK-provided meals. Nimat tries to make the meals last as long as possible for her children by saving a portion to reheat the next day. #ChefsForGaza
January 9, 2026 at 7:10 PM
In Lebanon’s Baalbek region, one of WCK’s woman-led community kitchens is serving hot meals to families forced to relocate by conflict. Led by local women—with support from WCK Chef Corps member Aline Kamakian—the team here is cooking for neighbors & offering stability and care. #ChefsForLebanon
January 9, 2026 at 3:49 PM
We also developed special “Iron Snack” food kits. These kits, which include comforting Ukrainian staples, are distributed to people visiting the Invincibility Train Cars as well as passengers whose trains are delayed due to shelling. #ChefsForUkraine (2/2)
January 9, 2026 at 12:00 AM
WCK’s #ChefsForUkraine teams has been partnering with Ukrainian Railways since the first days of Russia’s full-scale invasion. Most recently, we collaborated to develop 100 "Invincibility Train Cars"—mobile hubs to support communities during power or heating outages. (1/2)
January 9, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Moments of joy can make all the difference in Gaza, especially for children. These kids living in displacement camps in Mawasi came together for a day of fun activities, and WCK was there to distribute milk & fresh apples for them to enjoy while they played & had time to just be kids. #ChefsForGaza
January 8, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Read more at wck.org/news/la-one-year/. (3/3)
January 7, 2026 at 10:31 PM
Learn about all of the ways we’re helping impacted Angelenos, from day one until now. #ChefsForCalifornia (2/3)
January 7, 2026 at 10:31 PM
WCK’s support of Los Angeles communities affected by historic wildfires have evolved over the last year, but our mission has not wavered—to stand with families as they recover and rebuild. (1/3)
January 7, 2026 at 10:31 PM
WCK mobilized immediately as the flames spread—and our teams have been on the ground every day since, supporting neighbors through recovery and rebuilding.
Still here. Still cooking. Still standing with LA. wck.org/news/la-one-...
#ChefsForCalifornia (2/2)
January 7, 2026 at 6:40 PM
One year ago, fast-moving wildfires tore through communities across Los Angeles—forcing families from their homes, shutting down neighborhoods, and leaving thousands unsure where their next meal would come from.
#ChefsForCalifornia (1/2)
January 7, 2026 at 6:40 PM
WCK’s support for Palestinian families goes beyond hot meals & potable water. To help communities combat recent cold weather, we worked with local partners to distribute hot water bottles in Mawasi & North Gaza. These, along with WCK-provided hot meals, will help families stay warm. #ChefsForGaza
January 7, 2026 at 4:00 PM
You have questions about WCK’s work in Gaza—we’re sharing answers.From cooking and bakeries to fuel challenges and access, here’s what it takes to keep meals moving for families every day. Link: wck.org/gaza-questions #ChefsForGaza
January 6, 2026 at 10:46 PM
Veince works at a new WCK distribution site in the Verrettes region in Haiti, supporting families impacted by violence. With HAS Haiti, we have established woman-led kitchens to serve warm, comforting meals. For Veince, this is more than a job—it’s a way to give back to her neighbors. #ChefsForHaiti
January 6, 2026 at 7:00 PM
“We hope the kitchen continues to support us, because we need it. Please always keep a smile on our faces,” Jouri and Ajiana said. #ChefsForGaza (2/2)
January 5, 2026 at 11:17 PM
Sisters Jouri and Ajiana were very excited to receive pots of comforting white bean stew from one of WCK’s Mawasi Field Kitchens. They told us that they currently live in a tent in Khan Younis, where their mother has no supplies to light a fire to cook over or help keep them warm. (1/2)
January 5, 2026 at 11:17 PM
In Jamaica, jerk chicken is history & community. 🇯🇲
In response to Hurricane Melisa, WCK adapted our kitchens to Jamaican traditions, working with local cooks, sourcing familiar ingredients & preparing this classic dish with the same care & respect found at neighborhood jerk grills. #ChefsForJamaica
January 5, 2026 at 8:18 PM