WCK's South and Central US Storm Response (Mar. 2025)

World Central Kitchen’s Relief Team is in the central and southern United States to provide vital food and water support in the wake of a devastating storm system that caused wildfires, tornadoes, and dust storms throughout the region.

Across several states, including Arkansas, Oklahoma, Missouri, Mississippi, Kansas, and Alabama, raging winds downed power lines, sparking wildfires. Dust storms have done substantial damage, and dozens of tornadoes destroyed communities and homes. About 300,000 people are believed to be without electricity. At least 40 people have died, and Missouri, Kansas, and Alabama are particularly hard-hit.

WCK is first to the frontlines, providing meals in response to humanitarian, climate, and community crises. When disaster strikes, WCK’s Relief Team mobilizes to the frontlines with the urgency of now to start cooking and provide meals to people in need. By partnering with organizations on the ground and activating a network of food trucks or emergency kitchens, WCK provides freshly made, nutritious meals to communities impacted by disasters quickly and effectively. We know that good food provides not only nourishment, but also comfort and hope, especially in times of crisis.

WCK has provided more than 450 million fresh, nourishing meals for communities around the world. Your donation today will be used to support our emergency food relief efforts.

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