World Central Kitchen, Inc.
Founded in 2010 by Chef José Andrés, World Central Kitchen (WCK) 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 nourishing meals around the world.When disaster strikes, WCK’s Relief Team mobilizes with the urgency of now to start cooking meals for people in need. WCK serves comforting meals to survivors of disasters quickly by partnering with organizations on the ground and activating a network of local restaurants, food trucks, or kitchens. To support regional economies, WCK prioritizes purchasing local ingredients to cook with or distribute. Food provides not only nourishment, but also comfort and hope, especially in times of crisis.
Direct Relief
Direct Relief is a medical relief organization, active in all 50 states and more than 80 countries, with a mission to improve the health and lives of people affected by poverty or emergency situations. Direct Relief earns a 100% fundraising efficiency rating from Forbes, tops Charity Navigator's list of the "10 Best Charities Everyone's Heard Of" and is named among "the world's most innovative companies in not-for-profit" by Fast Company.
All Hands and Hearts
All Hands and Hearts provides community-inspired, volunteer-powered disaster relief.We take a humanitarian approach that emphasizes local involvement and empowerment during times of crisis. We actively engage community members, recognizing their invaluable knowledge of the area and its needs. Volunteers, motivated by compassion and a desire to help, contribute their time, skills and resources to assist affected communities, focusing on immediate relief and long-term recovery efforts. By fostering collaboration and understanding, we promote sustainable solutions that address the unique challenges faced by those impacted, building resilience and strength within the community.
Rebuilding Together New Orleans
Repairing homes, revitalizing communities, rebuilding lives.
United Way of Southwest Louisiana Inc
We fight for the health, education, and economic mobility of every person in every community. Our goal is to create long-lasting changes that prevent problems from happening in the first place.