Our 20th annual fundraising event was a great success!

Empty Bowls Naples 2026

Our event this past January in Cambier Park in the heart of downtown Naples raised over $200,000 for our grant program. 2026 marks our 20th year organizing this event—a major milestone in the Empty Bowls mission to support organizations combating the very real and widespread issue of food insecurity in our surrounding communities.

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Thank You to Our Sponsors

Many thanks to all of our sponsors who financially support each Empty Bowls Naples event and provide the necessary supplies to make our event a great experience for attendees and volunteers alike.

See the full list of our 2026 event sponsors.

Thank You, Friends

Your generosity helps to directly support us throughout the year, keeping our studio humming and supply shelves stocked as we prepare for our annual event.

Thank You, Donors

By donating to Empty Bowls Naples, you’re playing a vital role in helping us fulfill our mission to fight hunger, One Bowl at a Time!

Volunteers Make It Happen

A big thank-you to all of the volunteers who devote endless hours toward creating a successful fundraising event that will enable us to feed the community.​

Help is always welcome!

Our volunteers include potters, entertainers, servers, ticket takers, merchandise sellers, and more. ​

One Bowl at a Time Since 1993

The Empty Bowls Project is an international grassroots effort to raise both money and awareness in the fight to end hunger. The mission is to create positive and lasting change through the arts, education, and projects that build community. The basic premise is simple:

  • Potters, educators, students, and volunteers work with the community to create handcrafted bowls

  • Local restaurants donate soup and bread to serve

  • Guests are invited to enjoy a simple meal, entertainment, bowl painting, and other activities

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