14th Annual Empty Bowls Palm Beach Set

Photo Credit: Capehart

WHO: The Palm Beach County Food Bank (PBCFB) along with chair Candice Ku and The Episcopal Church of Bethesda-by-the-Sea.

WHAT: 14th Annual Empty Bowls Palm Beach
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Empty Bowls invites the public to “eat simply, so others can simply eat.” Guests enjoy a basic meal of water, bread provided by Old School Bakery, and soup made by local chefs, all served by the area’s community leaders.

WHERE: The Church of Bethesda-by-the-Sea – 141 S. County Rd, Palm Beach  

WHEN: Friday, February 19, 2027, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

HOW MUCH: $50 in advance, $55 at the door - tickets and sponsorships can be purchased at the following pbcfoodbank.org Admission will allow: 

• Gourmet soup tastings
• A bread roll from Old School Bakery
• A cookie
• Bottled water
• A hand-painted ceramic bowl (while supplies last)
• Goodie bags (while supplies last)
• Access to the bake sale
• Access to silent auction 

WHY: With approximately 201,000 food-insecure residents throughout Palm Beach County, the Palm Beach County Food Bank (PBCFB) procures food from grocery stores, farmers, food distributors, wholesalers and other sources and distributes it to over 200 local community partners, including food pantries, soup kitchens and schools. During its 2026 fiscal year, PBCFB distributed over 11.9 million meals to over 197,000 residents experiencing hunger. The Food Bank has been honored with several accolades, including the Chamber of the Palm Beaches Health and Human Services Organization of the Year and the Community Collaborator Award at the 8th Annual Nonprofits First Hats Off Awards.

CONTACT: For more information or to purchase your tickets, please contact Linda Roman at 561-670-2518 or visit pbcfoodbank.org.