Held during national Hunger Action Month, the Empty Bowls event is the Food Bank’s signature fundraiser!
Widely recognized as our most popular event, nearly 1,000 attendees enjoy a simple meal of soup, bread and dessert. Guests also take home a handcrafted bowl as a reminder of hunger in our community. Become a sponsor and help us fill empty bowls all year long.
Date and Time
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Lunch: 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Dinner: 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Location
FBEM Hunger Solution Center
1939 Howard Ave. Flint, MI 48503
Tickets
Ticket includes a simple meal of soup, bread, and dessert PLUS a one-of-a-kind handcrafted bowl by local artisans to serve as a reminder of hunger in our communities.
Buy Tickets
Prices
$40 Pre-Sale
$45 Day of Sale
Events Features
- Great Food
- Beautiful Pieces of Art
- Cooking Demonstrations
- Local Celebrity Servers
- Online Auction
- Raffle Drawing
- Entertainment
- Soups Provided by Local Restaurants
Become a sponsor of the Empty Bowls event! This fun and popular event helps us to raise funds and awareness to fight food insecurity throughout our communities!
