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Bodily autonomy.
Kindness matters.
Love is love.
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3 million+ meals served in Jamaica 🇯🇲💛
Local leaders like Auntie Teenah have powered WCK’s work after Hurricane Melissa. From her home in Beeston Springs, she and her family have turned their kitchen into a lifeline—serving hot, home cooked meals to neighbors in need. #ChefsForJamaica
Local leaders like Auntie Teenah have powered WCK’s work after Hurricane Melissa. From her home in Beeston Springs, she and her family have turned their kitchen into a lifeline—serving hot, home cooked meals to neighbors in need. #ChefsForJamaica
December 2, 2025 at 11:00 PM
3 million+ meals served in Jamaica 🇯🇲💛
Local leaders like Auntie Teenah have powered WCK’s work after Hurricane Melissa. From her home in Beeston Springs, she and her family have turned their kitchen into a lifeline—serving hot, home cooked meals to neighbors in need. #ChefsForJamaica
Local leaders like Auntie Teenah have powered WCK’s work after Hurricane Melissa. From her home in Beeston Springs, she and her family have turned their kitchen into a lifeline—serving hot, home cooked meals to neighbors in need. #ChefsForJamaica
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WCK teams met Daiane at the Centro de Idosos, one of the few large buildings in Rio Bonito do Iguaçu that survived the tornado. She has been working here nonstop to coordinate volunteers and donations for impacted residents. #ChefsForBrazil (1/2)
December 2, 2025 at 10:31 PM
WCK teams met Daiane at the Centro de Idosos, one of the few large buildings in Rio Bonito do Iguaçu that survived the tornado. She has been working here nonstop to coordinate volunteers and donations for impacted residents. #ChefsForBrazil (1/2)
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After infrastructure was damaged in Sumy, communities are experiencing unstable water supply. Local hospitals have been preparing for potential interruptions, so WCK delivered 5,200+ gallons of water to 9 hospitals to ensure medical teams can continue caring for patients. #ChefsForUkraine
December 2, 2025 at 7:14 PM
After infrastructure was damaged in Sumy, communities are experiencing unstable water supply. Local hospitals have been preparing for potential interruptions, so WCK delivered 5,200+ gallons of water to 9 hospitals to ensure medical teams can continue caring for patients. #ChefsForUkraine
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He shares his motiviation: “We’re not just feeding stomachs — we’re offering dignity, consistency, and a little taste of home.”
Learn more about WCK's Chef Corps: wck.org/chef-corps
#ChefsForJamaica (2/2)
Learn more about WCK's Chef Corps: wck.org/chef-corps
#ChefsForJamaica (2/2)
December 2, 2025 at 3:49 PM
He shares his motiviation: “We’re not just feeding stomachs — we’re offering dignity, consistency, and a little taste of home.”
Learn more about WCK's Chef Corps: wck.org/chef-corps
#ChefsForJamaica (2/2)
Learn more about WCK's Chef Corps: wck.org/chef-corps
#ChefsForJamaica (2/2)
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Chef Corps member David McCallum joined WCK's kitchen in Montego Bay, bringing with him logistics leadership and an obvious skill for boosting morale that helped the team scale up to producing more than 40,000 meals a day. #ChefsForJamaica (1/2)
December 2, 2025 at 3:49 PM
Chef Corps member David McCallum joined WCK's kitchen in Montego Bay, bringing with him logistics leadership and an obvious skill for boosting morale that helped the team scale up to producing more than 40,000 meals a day. #ChefsForJamaica (1/2)
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In Gaza, a simple tool can bring stability in the hardest moments.
Mansoura received a saj oven & ingredients from WCK—giving her a way to cook fresh bread & warm meals for her family. From bread to falafel to lentil stew, this saj is helping her children stay nourished. #ChefsForGaza
Mansoura received a saj oven & ingredients from WCK—giving her a way to cook fresh bread & warm meals for her family. From bread to falafel to lentil stew, this saj is helping her children stay nourished. #ChefsForGaza
December 1, 2025 at 9:46 PM
In Gaza, a simple tool can bring stability in the hardest moments.
Mansoura received a saj oven & ingredients from WCK—giving her a way to cook fresh bread & warm meals for her family. From bread to falafel to lentil stew, this saj is helping her children stay nourished. #ChefsForGaza
Mansoura received a saj oven & ingredients from WCK—giving her a way to cook fresh bread & warm meals for her family. From bread to falafel to lentil stew, this saj is helping her children stay nourished. #ChefsForGaza
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In Odesa, WCK teams are supporting families of children with disabilities with our #ChefsForUkraine children’s kits and adult food kits. Each package is designed to bring comfort to families who have been forced to leave their homes. Hear from our Ukrainian team on how they’ve been sharing the love.
December 1, 2025 at 3:49 PM
In Odesa, WCK teams are supporting families of children with disabilities with our #ChefsForUkraine children’s kits and adult food kits. Each package is designed to bring comfort to families who have been forced to leave their homes. Hear from our Ukrainian team on how they’ve been sharing the love.
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Meet Dennis, a regular at WCK’s meal distribution point in Jackson Town, Trelawny Parish for communities recovering from Hurricane Melissa. He is a practicing Rastafarian, so he was excited to see that we had plenty of vegetarian meal options so he can maintain his ital diet. #ChefsForJamaica
December 1, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Meet Dennis, a regular at WCK’s meal distribution point in Jackson Town, Trelawny Parish for communities recovering from Hurricane Melissa. He is a practicing Rastafarian, so he was excited to see that we had plenty of vegetarian meal options so he can maintain his ital diet. #ChefsForJamaica
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Despite her own losses, Kayonie’s steady presence and warmth have become central to her community’s recovery. She told WCK teams, “This hot meal, this gives us the strength to rebuild.” #ChefsForJamaica (2/2)
November 30, 2025 at 10:31 PM
Despite her own losses, Kayonie’s steady presence and warmth have become central to her community’s recovery. She told WCK teams, “This hot meal, this gives us the strength to rebuild.” #ChefsForJamaica (2/2)
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With the support of restaurant partners and community members, our #ChefsForPhilippines team is ensuring families in the hardest-hit areas of Danao City have meals after Typhoon Kalmaegi. We’re working closely with our partners to cook thousands of hot meals every day.
November 30, 2025 at 7:20 PM
With the support of restaurant partners and community members, our #ChefsForPhilippines team is ensuring families in the hardest-hit areas of Danao City have meals after Typhoon Kalmaegi. We’re working closely with our partners to cook thousands of hot meals every day.
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Chef Valdirene & her team at Panificadora Fornello, a family bakery, have mastered traditional Brazilian breads and pastries, including pão francês. Valdirene & her family used the bread to prepare sandwiches that WCK distributed to communities in Paraná recovering from the tornado. #ChefsForBrazil
November 30, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Chef Valdirene & her team at Panificadora Fornello, a family bakery, have mastered traditional Brazilian breads and pastries, including pão francês. Valdirene & her family used the bread to prepare sandwiches that WCK distributed to communities in Paraná recovering from the tornado. #ChefsForBrazil
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“The meals help because the stoves are gone, the houses are gone. We have nothing to cook with.” – Amega, WCK Team Member
Amega was running a thriving nature tour business in Jamaica before Hurricane Melissa, but now he is unhoused after losing everything in the storm. (1/2)
Amega was running a thriving nature tour business in Jamaica before Hurricane Melissa, but now he is unhoused after losing everything in the storm. (1/2)
November 30, 2025 at 12:25 AM
“The meals help because the stoves are gone, the houses are gone. We have nothing to cook with.” – Amega, WCK Team Member
Amega was running a thriving nature tour business in Jamaica before Hurricane Melissa, but now he is unhoused after losing everything in the storm. (1/2)
Amega was running a thriving nature tour business in Jamaica before Hurricane Melissa, but now he is unhoused after losing everything in the storm. (1/2)
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A special big up to Christian for sharing a video of our Jamaican Fruit Bat enjoying a fruit snack! 🦇🍉
Did you know these bats play an important role in seed dispersal across Jamaica? They help our forests recover—especially after storms like Hurricane Melissa.
Follow, share your observations
Did you know these bats play an important role in seed dispersal across Jamaica? They help our forests recover—especially after storms like Hurricane Melissa.
Follow, share your observations
November 28, 2025 at 11:40 PM
A special big up to Christian for sharing a video of our Jamaican Fruit Bat enjoying a fruit snack! 🦇🍉
Did you know these bats play an important role in seed dispersal across Jamaica? They help our forests recover—especially after storms like Hurricane Melissa.
Follow, share your observations
Did you know these bats play an important role in seed dispersal across Jamaica? They help our forests recover—especially after storms like Hurricane Melissa.
Follow, share your observations
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Miss Hilman’s grocery depot in Jackson Town, Trelawny Parish, was severely damaged in Hurricane Melissa, but she is still working to ensure her neighbors get the food they need. She is leading WCK distribution in her community, organizing hot meals with care and familiarity. #ChefsForJamaica
November 28, 2025 at 9:25 PM
Miss Hilman’s grocery depot in Jackson Town, Trelawny Parish, was severely damaged in Hurricane Melissa, but she is still working to ensure her neighbors get the food they need. She is leading WCK distribution in her community, organizing hot meals with care and familiarity. #ChefsForJamaica
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Nanay has been selling vegetables at her shop for the past three years. When Typhoon Uwan struck earlier this month, her business was suddenly disrupted. WCK is working with Nanay by purchasing her produce—ensuring money stays in the community and families have meals. #ChefsForPhilippines
November 28, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Nanay has been selling vegetables at her shop for the past three years. When Typhoon Uwan struck earlier this month, her business was suddenly disrupted. WCK is working with Nanay by purchasing her produce—ensuring money stays in the community and families have meals. #ChefsForPhilippines
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Sisters Marley (left) and Leonie are neighboring farmers who have lived on their land in southern Brazil for more than 40 years. They told WCK that they had never seen anything like the recent tornado. (1/2)
November 28, 2025 at 12:05 AM
Sisters Marley (left) and Leonie are neighboring farmers who have lived on their land in southern Brazil for more than 40 years. They told WCK that they had never seen anything like the recent tornado. (1/2)
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Residents form a long line every day at WCK’s distribution point in Roaring River, Westmoreland Parish. We met Clevaniqre while she was enjoying her curry goat & rice. She told us the meal next to her was for her sister, who she was waiting for so they could enjoy the food together. #ChefsForJamaica
November 26, 2025 at 10:15 PM
Residents form a long line every day at WCK’s distribution point in Roaring River, Westmoreland Parish. We met Clevaniqre while she was enjoying her curry goat & rice. She told us the meal next to her was for her sister, who she was waiting for so they could enjoy the food together. #ChefsForJamaica
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WCK’s #ChefsForGaza teams are doing everything to increase our bread production. We partnered with Alshalfouh Bakery in Gaza City to help us reach more families in the north. By supporting them with flour & other supplies, they're able to bake tens of thousands of fresh loaves of bread every day.
November 26, 2025 at 7:30 PM
WCK’s #ChefsForGaza teams are doing everything to increase our bread production. We partnered with Alshalfouh Bakery in Gaza City to help us reach more families in the north. By supporting them with flour & other supplies, they're able to bake tens of thousands of fresh loaves of bread every day.
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After a heavy drone attack damaged energy & port infrastructure in Odesa, firefighters worked through repeated air raid alerts to extinguish multiple fires. WCK’s #ChefsForUkraine team was on site at the port to support responders with meals & drinks.
November 26, 2025 at 1:00 PM
After a heavy drone attack damaged energy & port infrastructure in Odesa, firefighters worked through repeated air raid alerts to extinguish multiple fires. WCK’s #ChefsForUkraine team was on site at the port to support responders with meals & drinks.
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This morning in Ukraine, an attack on the Kyiv region killed 7 people and disrupted electricity & heating systems. Our #ChefsForUkraine team was on site in the Dniprovskyi district, where a drone struck a nine-story residential building. We arrived at 5am with meals for responders & residents.
November 26, 2025 at 12:00 AM
This morning in Ukraine, an attack on the Kyiv region killed 7 people and disrupted electricity & heating systems. Our #ChefsForUkraine team was on site in the Dniprovskyi district, where a drone struck a nine-story residential building. We arrived at 5am with meals for responders & residents.
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WCK teams in Gaza have now provided more than 18.5 million liters (4.9 million gallons) of lifesaving potable water to families in need. The desalination units at two of our facilities are running around the clock, converting seawater into clean, safe water for drinking and cooking. #ChefsForGaza
November 25, 2025 at 10:11 PM
WCK teams in Gaza have now provided more than 18.5 million liters (4.9 million gallons) of lifesaving potable water to families in need. The desalination units at two of our facilities are running around the clock, converting seawater into clean, safe water for drinking and cooking. #ChefsForGaza
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As she recounted
a disappointing dinner party
my work friend asked
if I knew the feeling
of being with people
(of being with good people)
but still just feeling
profoundly alone,
and as I adjusted my mask
I looked
at my friend’s bare face
and simply said:
I know the feeling.
a disappointing dinner party
my work friend asked
if I knew the feeling
of being with people
(of being with good people)
but still just feeling
profoundly alone,
and as I adjusted my mask
I looked
at my friend’s bare face
and simply said:
I know the feeling.
November 25, 2025 at 6:28 PM
As she recounted
a disappointing dinner party
my work friend asked
if I knew the feeling
of being with people
(of being with good people)
but still just feeling
profoundly alone,
and as I adjusted my mask
I looked
at my friend’s bare face
and simply said:
I know the feeling.
a disappointing dinner party
my work friend asked
if I knew the feeling
of being with people
(of being with good people)
but still just feeling
profoundly alone,
and as I adjusted my mask
I looked
at my friend’s bare face
and simply said:
I know the feeling.
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Ataf, a widow and mother of two from Khan Younis, was displaced to Mawasi after her home was destroyed. She and her children rely on WCK meals as their main source of food. Despite the hardship of living in a tent through the heat of summer and the cold of winter, Ataf holds onto hope. #ChefsForGaza
November 25, 2025 at 3:49 PM
Ataf, a widow and mother of two from Khan Younis, was displaced to Mawasi after her home was destroyed. She and her children rely on WCK meals as their main source of food. Despite the hardship of living in a tent through the heat of summer and the cold of winter, Ataf holds onto hope. #ChefsForGaza
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With a large family, cooking can be a challenge even on the best days. Liliya and Andrii are foster parents to eight children, and had to flee their home in Kherson, Ukraine, because of the war. Now, WCK has supplied them with new appliances so they can cook the meals they love. #ChefsForUkraine
November 25, 2025 at 2:00 PM
With a large family, cooking can be a challenge even on the best days. Liliya and Andrii are foster parents to eight children, and had to flee their home in Kherson, Ukraine, because of the war. Now, WCK has supplied them with new appliances so they can cook the meals they love. #ChefsForUkraine
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You want your frontotemporal lobes as healthy as possible. Among other things, they’re responsible for decision-making, risk assessment, self control, and memory.
Protect your frontotemporal lobes. Wear a well-fitting mask wherever you can get or spread COVID.
Protect your frontotemporal lobes. Wear a well-fitting mask wherever you can get or spread COVID.
November 24, 2025 at 8:46 PM
You want your frontotemporal lobes as healthy as possible. Among other things, they’re responsible for decision-making, risk assessment, self control, and memory.
Protect your frontotemporal lobes. Wear a well-fitting mask wherever you can get or spread COVID.
Protect your frontotemporal lobes. Wear a well-fitting mask wherever you can get or spread COVID.