Events
We believe in “Partying with a Purpose” and do so at our signature event, Empty Bowls, each year. Additionally, River City Food Bank participates in the Big Day of Giving each spring, and Giving Tuesday each fall.
Empty Bowls
Empty Bowls, River City Food Bank’s largest fundraiser of the year, is a humble, community-based affair. The hundreds that gather share soup provided by the generosity of local restaurants and served by some of our most recognized community leaders.
The event is also a reminder of the hungry among us. All participants take home a local artist’s hand crafted bowl. Each bowl represents a family, child, senior, student, person in between addresses, someone struggling with illness, or someone who feels helpless, hopeless and hungry.
The funds raised at Empty Bowls provides critical support for the programs at RCFB, and creates a positive effect all year long by serving thousands of men, women and children experiencing hunger. In 2019, RCFB served more than 205,000 individuals and the need continues to grow.
Together we can fight hunger and offer health and hope to our neighbors in need.
*******EMPTY BOWLS HAS BEEN POSTPONED*******
Stay tuned for new dates and please feel free to contact Erika Fatula, Director of Fund Development at with any questions or concerns.
Big Day of Giving
Every year, the Sacramento region comes together for one BIG Day of Giving – a 24-hour online giving challenge.
In 2019, our region raised over $8 million, with River City Food Bank finishing the day with more than $30,000! Thank you for joining your neighbors and friends and supporting the great nonprofits in our community.
Big Day of Giving 2020 starts at midnight on May 7th. Join our community for a celebration of philanthropy and put your money where your heart is!
Giving Tuesday
#GivingTuesday is a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media and collaboration. This year it will take place on December 3rd!
Celebrated on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving (in the U.S.) and the widely recognized shopping events, Black Friday and Cyber Monday, #GivingTuesday kicks off the charitable season, when many focus on their holiday and end-of-year giving.
Donors to River City Food bank made more than $12,000 in gifts during Giving Tuesday 2018. We are so grateful for your support!
Empty Bowls
Empty Bowls, River City Food Bank’s largest fundraiser of the year, is a humble, community-based affair. The hundreds that gather share soup provided by the generosity of local restaurants and served by some of our most recognized community leaders.
The event is also a reminder of the hungry among us. All participants take home a local artist’s hand crafted bowl. Each bowl represents a family, child, senior, student, person in between addresses, someone struggling with illness, or someone who feels helpless, hopeless and hungry.
The funds raised at Empty Bowls provides critical support for the programs at RCFB, and creates a positive effect all year long by serving thousands of men, women and children experiencing hunger. In 2019, RCFB served more than 205,000 individuals and the need continues to grow.
Together we can fight hunger and offer health and hope to our neighbors in need.
Save the date for Empty Bowls 2020 : March 16th and 17th!
Click here to purchase tickets or become a sponsor. For additional questions, please contact Erika Fatula at .
Big Day of Giving
Every year, the Sacramento region comes together for one BIG Day of Giving – a 24-hour online giving challenge.
In 2019, our region raised over $8 million, with River City Food Bank finishing the day with more than $30,000! Thank you for joining your neighbors and friends and supporting the great nonprofits in our community.
Big Day of Giving 2020 starts at midnight on May 7th. Join our community for a celebration of philanthropy and put your money where your heart is!
Giving Tuesday
#GivingTuesday is a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media and collaboration. This year it will take place on December 3rd!
Celebrated on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving (in the U.S.) and the widely recognized shopping events, Black Friday and Cyber Monday, #GivingTuesday kicks off the charitable season, when many focus on their holiday and end-of-year giving.
Donors to River City Food bank made more than $12,000 in gifts during Giving Tuesday 2018. We are so grateful for your support!
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