Robert Egger
"Robert Egger founded the D.C. Central Kitchen, the Campus Kitchen Project, and the L.A. Kitchen, which have collectively produced over 45 million meals and helped over 2,000 individuals attain jobs. In Washington, Robert was the Founding Chair of the Mayor's Commission on Nutrition, and Street Sense (Washington's homeless newspaper).
"In addition, Robert served on the Founding Boards of World Central Kitchen, Kitchens for Good, and FoodChain - the National Network of Prepared Food Programs. He was also the Co-Convener of the first Nonprofit Congress and the Founder of the CFoward PAC, which worked to help elect people who ran, or valued nonprofits. Robert also wrote the award winning book, Begging for Change. He was also one of the only direct service providers to appear on the Nonprofit Times list of the Most Powerful & Influential Nonprofit Leaders from 2006-2009. And last but not least, Robert’s a 15-gallon blood donor with the American Red Cross." [1]
- Director, World Central Kitchen
