WE FIGHT HUNGER DIFFERENTLY.

Our mission is to use food as a tool to strengthen bodies, empower minds, and build communities.

Our Social Ventures

Culinary Job Training

Preparing adults  facing barriers to employment through culinary careers.

Healthy School Food

Serving award-winning farm-to-school menus at DC public, private and charter schools.

Healthy Corners

Transforming corner stores into access points for healthy, affordable food.

Community Meals

Preparing nutritious meals for nonprofits, youth programs, and shelters.

Catering & Cafes

Featuring fresh food made with love by DC Central Kitchen Staff and students.

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DC Central Kitchen van covered in snow
While families, businesses, schools, and our most underserved neighbors are...
January 23, 2026
A collection of DC Central Kitchen photos from the first 37 years of the organization
DC Central Kitchen has done just that as we’ve opened our doors without fail for 13,514 consecutive...
January 20, 2026
DC Central Kitchen Culinary Job Training graduates
Here are some of the powerful stories that YOU made possible in 2025...
December 22, 2025

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