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PALM BEACH COUNTY FOOD BANK HOSTS SIXTH ANNUAL EMPTY BOWLS DELRAY BEACH

The popular grassroots event gestures to the 181,000 hungry residents in Palm Beach County

(Lake Worth Beach, Fla.) – Cooked to perfection is Palm Beach County Food Bank’s (PBCFB) Sixth Annual Empty Bowls event returning to Delray Beach. On Saturday, December 4, the event welcomes the community to enjoy a simple meal of soup, bread and water reminding guests to eat simply, so others may simply eat. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., attendees are encouraged to grab a spoon for a modest meal in-person or via drive through in support of PBCFB at Trinity Delray Lutheran Church and School.

The national grassroots event prompts people to recognize all the empty bowls in the community, and specifically, the one-in-six people in Palm Beach County who are food insecure. This year’s event chairs include Stephanie Dodge and Billy Himmelrich.

“This feel-good event always leaves supporters wanting to come back for seconds,” said Jamie Kendall, PBCFB CEO. “People are ready to serve and are amazed to learn how many of our neighbors in Palm Beach County experience hunger silently. It’s a humble reminder to look up from our own dinner plate to see how we can provide others with a nutritious and substantial meal. ”

Old School Bakery will provide rustic bread and 30 local chefs will donate savory, signature soups, all served by local community leaders. All money raised by purchased tickets will support the nonprofit in its mission toward hunger relief.

Platinum sponsors for the event include Trinity Delray Lutheran Church and School, Old School Bakery, The Garchik Family Foundation, The Dodge Family, Shelly and Billy Himmelrich, Delray Magazine, Pechter Family Foundation and Brenda Medore and Leanne Adair. Sponsorship opportunities are still available at pbcfoodbank.org/delray-beach-empty-bowls.

The PBCFB procures food from grocery stores, farmers, food distributors, wholesalers and other sources and provides it to almost 200 local community partners, including food pantries, soup kitchens and residential housing programs. Palm Beach County Food Bank programs reach families, children and seniors, and connect those in need to available benefits and resources. Partner agencies distribute the products received, including culturally appropriate food and necessities like paper towels and diapers. This process ensures families have access to food when they need it most.

Participate in Empty Bowls and leave with a full heart! To purchase a ticket, please visit pbcfoodbank.org/delray-beach-empty-bowls or for further details, please contact PBCFB at 561-670- 2518.