Empty Bowls: 2026 Fundraiser for the Hamilton Food Cupboard

Fill a handmade bowl with local ice cream and support the Hamilton Food Cupboard! Proceeds from this event will support the Food Cupboard's important work of addressing hunger in our community.

On Saturday, Oct. 24th, at The Local Culture, you'll select a bowl that was handmade right here in Hamilton at the Village Clay ceramics studio and, after enjoying delicious soup, take your bowl home — a functional piece of art commemorating our community's care for each other.

For each donation of at least $25, you'll receive a ticket for a bowl (1 ticket = 1 bowl). The donation options below allow you to set the donation amount per bowl higher than $25 if you'd like to donate more. Payment may be made online via credit card or in person with cash or check.

EXAMPLES:

• You want to go home with 1 bowl and donate $25, so you purchase 1…