Interfaith Community Services Empty Bowls

Event Details

Join us for Empty Bowls 2025, Interfaith Community Services' signature annual fundraiser! This year's event takes place on Saturday, March 1 at the Tucson Chinese Cultural Center (1288 W. River Road).

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: $500 and up include tickets and access to the event an hour earlier than general admission.
• Raffle Tickets:  1 ticket for $5, 6 tickets for $25, 13 tickets for $50, and 30 tickets for $100

Admission Times:

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

This year, a generous sponsor has offered to match all sponsorships! Become a SOUPER DOUPER SPONSOR and double your contribution, helping us fight hunger and support the community!

Sponsorship Packages

Empty Bowls Presenting Sponsor - $10,000

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

Platinum Tureen - $5,000 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 - $3,000 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 - $2,500 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 - $1,000 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 - $500

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