When trouble hits, World Central Kitchen won't be far behind.
Food is comfort, and no one knows that better than the volunteers at World Central Kitchen (WCK). This D.C.-based organization travels all over the world, providing food and hope in the wake of a multitude of disasters.
As part of WCK's Hurricane #Laura response, we partnered with our friends @RedCross to deliver 1000s of fresh meals across Texas & Louisiana! Red Cross ERVs (emergency response vehicles) pick up WCK meals from our kitchen & are dispatched straight into communities without power. pic.twitter.com/AdFDjhBg9P
— World Central Kitchen (@WCKitchen) September 1, 2020
Right now, they're doing their magic for the Louisiana and Texas residents hit hard by Hurricane Laura. In addition to feeding local residents, the WCK crew is also shining a social media spotlight on the devastation in the area.
UPDATE from WCK’s @SamBloch1 in Westlake, part of the Lake Charles metro area. Unbelievable damage here, so we are going around to find people in need of food. We met some families who haven’t seen any help since the hurricane. We also found Anthony, who owns the laundromat here. pic.twitter.com/xoCjlFM9WM
— World Central Kitchen (@WCKitchen) September 1, 2020
Local residents who are able to help out are always encouraged to volunteer. The more the merrier when it comes to feeding as many people as possible!
WCK is still looking for volunteers in Lake Charles, Louisiana and Beaumont, Texas. Join us in preparing and serving fresh, nourishing meals to families affected by Hurricane #Laura: https://t.co/0fkWnXyyGm pic.twitter.com/inerEmu8Tu
— World Central Kitchen (@WCKitchen) August 31, 2020
D.C.-based chef José Andrés has built this organization into a first-class philanthropy that helps out all over the world. From natural disasters to government shutdowns, WCK provides nourishing food to people in need wherever they are. To date, they've served millions of meals in their role as "food first responders."
If you'd like to make a donation to help out with their efforts, visit the World Central Kitchen website. Don't have the cash but still want to contribute? Consider donating your time next time they need local helpers!
Have you ever volunteered with WCK or been a recipient of their help? Tell us about your firsthand experience in the comments!