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Interfaith Community Services Empty Bowls

A Community Celebration and the Biggest Fundraiser of the year for ICS

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Event Details

Event Details

Join us for Empty Bowls 2026, Interfaith Community Services' signature annual fundraiser! This year's event takes place on Saturday, March 7 at the Tucson Chinese Cultural Center (1288 W. River Road).

Celebrate 40 years of ICS:

To celebrate the 40th anniversary of ICS, you’ll see “40” incorporated into this year’s Empty Bowls event:

  • General admission tickets: $40
  • Sponsorships: $40 added to all levels in honor of the milestone
  • Raffle tickets: $40 incorporated as a fun nod to four decades of community impact

Attendees can enjoy:

  • Delicious soups, breads, and desserts generously donated by local restaurants and food partners. 
  • A silent auction and raffle with exciting items and experiences. 
  • The opportunity to choose a unique handcrafted pottery bowl, created and donated by talented local artists, to take home as a keepsake. 

Tickets on sale NOW until sold out!

  • General Tickets: $40 
  • Sponsorships: $540 and up include tickets and access to the event an hour earlier than general admission.
  • Raffle Tickets:  1 ticket for $6, 5 tickets for $25, 10 tickets for $40, and 40 tickets for $100

Admission Times:

  • Sponsor Hour: 11:00 a.m.
  • General Admission: 12:00 p.m.
  • Last admission 1:30 p.m

Proceeds from Empty Bowls benefit ICS food banks and other services that help individuals and families move from crisis to stability and self-sufficiency. This event also serves as a powerful reminder of the challenges of hunger and poverty, bringing the community together to make a lasting impact.

Limited shade will be available. Attendees are encouraged to wear sunscreen and bring their own water bottle.

Become A Sponsor

Become A Sponsor

Celebrate 40 years of ICS with an Empty Bowls Sponsorship!


This year, a generous donor has offered to match all Souper Hero sponsorships until February 14thDouble your contribution and help ICS fight hunger and support our community!



Sponsorship Packages

Empty Bowls Presenting Sponsor - $10,040

  • 10 Sponsor Hour tickets and 10 bowls
  • Listed as "Presenting Sponsor" in Empty Bowls marketing materials
  • Prominent Signage at Registration/Check-in area on Event Day
  • Mentions/tags in social media posts/stories leading up to event

Platinum Tureen - $5,040 Bowl Area Sponsor

  • 8 Sponsor Hour tickets and 8 bowls
  • Prominent Signage in Bowl area on Event Day
  • Opportunity to place advertising/coupons in bowl bags
  • Mentions/tags in social media posts/stories leading up to event

Green Sponsor - $3,040 Dining Sponsor

  • 6 Sponsor Hour tickets and 6 bowls
  • Recognition on Event Day signage
  • Mentions/tags in social media posts/stories leading up to event

Gold Bowl - $2,540 Silent Auction Sponsor

  • 6 Sponsor Hour tickets and 6 bowls
  • Prominent Signage in Silent Auction area on Event Day
  • Mentions/tags in social media posts/stories leading up to event 

Silver Ladle - $1,040 Food Partner Sponsor

  • 4 Sponsor Hour tickets and 4 bowls
  • Prominent signage in food vendor area on Event Day
  • Mentions/tags in social media posts/stories leading up to event 

Souper Hero - $540- Sponsorship is matched by a generous donor through February 14, 2026!

  • 2 Sponsor Hour tickets and 2 bowls
  • Recognition on Event Day signage