, /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International's award-winning travel program, and The J. (JWASM) Foundation are combining forces to donate to World Central Kitchen (WCK), the non-profit organization founded by renowned chef José Andrés. The donation is expected to greatly enhance WCK's ability to provide meals in the wake of natural disasters and crises around the world, helping those in need receive the nutrition and support they require during challenging times.
The donation builds on the company's and the Marriott family's longstanding support for WCK. , President and Chief Executive Officer, , announced the donation during a taping of Chef Andrés' "Longer Tables" podcast while both were attending the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. The pair discussed a variety of shared passions on the podcast, including family, travel & culinary trends, and giving back.
The donation is in addition to a Marriott Bonvoy effort underway in which, for the month of June, Marriott Bonvoy is to its philanthropic partners, including WCK, up to 25 million points. Capuano emphasized the importance of WCK's work: "When there is a need, José and World Central Kitchen answer the call. We have had the privilege of working side-by-side with WCK in challenging environments after devastating natural disasters.
Their work to provide critical humanitarian relief in the form of nutritious meals to the most vulnerable not only saves lives, it gives survivors hope. Beyon.
