Catholic Charities

7th Annual Empty Bowls

More than just a bowl...
it's a partnership to end hunger.

October 2012

Combining the creative world of ceramics with delicious homemade soup, Empty Bowls is a hunger and poverty awareness event and the main fundraiser for the area's largest food pantry, The Samaritan Center. Attendees learn about local anti-poverty efforts and each guest receives a handmade, commemorative soup bowl.

A Special Thank You to Last Year's Corporation Sponsors & Local Potters: 
Seneca Beverage Corporation, Chemung Canal Trust Company, Barb's Soups On Cafe, Chris Longwell & Elmira College, Susan Pabody & Elmira Free Academy, Fred Herbst & Corning Community College,

Images from our 2010 Empty Bowls Luncheon

Sponsorships are now available.

Potters always needed.

Pre-Sale Tickets are $30, which includes your own handmade bowl

For more information, call 734-9784 x2145 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it