DCCK prepares more than 100 lunches for the fifth annual Healthy Lunchtime Challenge
For the fifth consecutive year, DC Central Kitchen was selected by First Lady Michelle Obama’s Let’s Move! initiative to prepare more than 100 kid-submitted recipes for the fifth annual Healthy […]
DCCK and UK-based Feedback bring popular food waste awareness event to DC
In the United States we throw away 40 percent of our food supply each year, even though 49 million Americans don’t have enough to eat. In an effort to shed […]
Be a food waste fighter
Wasting food is more than a shame. It’s a crisis. In the United States, we throw away 40 percent of our food supply each year, even though 49 million Americans […]
A healthy milestone for Pi Day
At DC Central Kitchen we’re operating innovative programs that fight poverty, hunger, and poor health 365 days a year. Though our work is constant, we’re always striving to do more. In […]
DCCK grad featured in nationwide micro-documentary project!
DCCK grad and current staff member Billy Johnson is featured in the recently launched ‘Re: Dream‘ digital video series. The nationwide project will include 40 micro-documentaries from PBS member stations […]
DCCK hosts ‘Breakfast Fest’ for students and parents during National School Breakfast Week
In recognition of National School Breakfast Week, DC Central Kitchen today held a “Breakfast Fest” for students and parents at the 8 DC Public Schools where DC Central Kitchen is […]
8th annual Sips & Suppers raises over $600,000 for DCCK and Martha’s Table
On Saturday, January 30th, the Newseum hosted hundreds of event-goers at the 8th annual Sips event in connection with Sips & Suppers 2016, raising funds for DC Central Kitchen and […]
DCCK teams up with Playworks to bring healthy living to more DC youth
DC Central Kitchen has provided nutrition education and healthy food in DC’s food deserts and low-income schools for years, but we know that a truly healthy lifestyle isn’t just about […]
DCCK’s national arm launches 50th location
Last week, Arkansas Tech University became the 50th school to join the national network of The Campus Kitchens Project, DCCK’s effort to scale its proven model nationally. This program empowers […]
Combat hunger in someone’s honor
A gift to DC Central Kitchen is a truly meaningful way pay tribute to someone or a special occasion. Your gift in honor or in memory of loved one, friend, […]