Foodbank of Santa Barbara County Santa Maria Empty Bowls

An annual Foodbank of Santa Barbara County event, Empty Bowls demonstrates the value in feeding and nourishing one another–especially the most vulnerable among us–with a simple meal of soup from a handmade bowl. Each guest takes a bowl home as a reminder of the meal's purpose: to feed the hungry in our community.

Empty Bowls guests choose a beautiful handmade bowl, enjoy a simple meal of soup, bread and water, and take home the bowl as a reminder of the meal’s purpose: to feed the hungry in our community. Proceeds from Empty Bowls benefit the Foodbank of Santa Barbara County.

Santa Maria Empty Bowls will feature a Raffle Extravaganza that includes a selection of wines, restaurant and entertainment certificates, jewelry, and much more—something for everyone! Raffle tickets will be available at the door.