HOUSTON – This Friday at Silver Street Studios at Sawyer Yards, Empty Bowls Houston returns to celebrate its 20th year fighting hunger.
The annual event, benefiting the Houston Food Bank, has raised more than $1.2 million to help fight hunger in the Houston area, which equates to more than 3.6 million meals.
Visitors are invited to purchase one of more than 1,500 one-of-a-kind handmade bowls, created out of ceramics, wood, glass or other materials, and donated by local artists.
“For a $25 bowl donation, you can help provide 75 meals,” said Sean Crowl, Houston Foodbank’s Special Events Manager, who pointed out that more than one million people in the Houston area are considered food-insecure, meaning they don’t have consistent access to nutritious food.
As part of an international initiative to fight hunger, Empty Bowls has become a popular fundraising event in Houston. This year the event will be held at Silver Street Studios at Sawyer Yards on Saturday, May 16th starting at 10am.
There is also a ticketed preview night on Friday, May 15th for those who wish to shop early and get first pick. Guests will also enjoy light bites, food, and live music. Visit the Empty Bowls website to purchase tickets. 100% of bowl sales and ticket proceeds directly support Empty Bowls Houston.