Join us for Empty Bowls 2026!

Empty Bowls is a community fundraiser supporting NEAR Food Shelf. This event has united volunteers, local businesses, and neighbors to fight hunger. Today, over 400,000 Minnesotans face food insecurity. NEAR’s goal is to provide nutritious food to clients. Your participation helps provide vital support to families in need.

Enjoy food samplings from local restaurants and area businesses. Enjoy entertainment from Robbinsdale Area Schools talented orchestra students as well as local choirs and dancers. Magician David Farr (https://www.davidfarr.com) will dazzle you and our therapy dogs will be available for you to cuddle and pet.

Become a Sponsor - Make a Donation

If you or someone you know, including a business or organization, would like to contribute or become a sponsor of this event, please contact Jeff at emptybowls@nearfoodshelf.org.

Individual donations can be made here: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/emptybowlsfundraiser