20th Annual Empty Bowls
Thank you for another successful year with our 20th Anniversary of Empty Bowls which took place on March 5, 2025 at the Holiday Inn & Suites Parkway Conference Centre, St. Catharines.
WOW! Together, we raised over $102,000 at this year’s Empty Bowls event! We are beyond grateful to our generous sponsors, vendors, potters, donors, volunteers, and our amazing community—whether you attended, donated, or helped in any way, YOU made this possible!
Relive the magic! Watch our event video below to see all the unforgettable moments.
We want your feedback! If you joined us, let us know what you thought—your input helps make next year’s event even better! ➡ Fill out the survey here
Thank you for being part of this special event and helping us provide affordable housing and support services in Niagara!
Photo Gallery
A HUGE thank you goes out to Muir Image Photography for these great shots!
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We want to express thanks to all of our sponsors this year:
FirstOntario Credit Union, No Frills Niagara, Sullivan Mahoney Lawyers, O'Hara Trucking & Excavating, Fleming Windows, Ownera Media, Gordon Wright, Cosmic Plants, Muir Image Photo + Video, 91.7 Giant FM, Country 89, The Barry Team, Niagara College, YourTV Niagara, Food Day Canada, City of St. Catharines, Doane Grant Thornton, Travis Cairns, Desjardins Agent, Centennial Construction & Contracting, DKI - Miller Restoration, Lousje & Bean, JBM Office Systems Ltd., Sideline Telephone Service Inc., Walker Industries, Bosak Wealth Management of RBC Dominion Securities, The Primeway Group, Niagara Insurance Brokers, Hingston Metal, ServiceMaster Restore, Escarpment Contracting, Advanced Mind Health, Cooper Wealth Management of RBC Dominion Securities, Rentals 101, Millers Auto Recycling, F45 Training Fonthill & F45 Training Niagara Falls, WMKL, Essentials Cremation and Burial Services Inc., BCW Facility Services - Max Bailey, NRPA (Niagara Regional Police Association), Sandra Summerhayes & Associates, Dan's Dive Shop, Kevin Ashcroft, Mortgage Broker - DLC FC Funding, Niacon
Congratulations to Michael Mondloch of St. Catharines, the lucky winner of our Empty Bowls 50/50 Raffle!
Thank you to everyone who purchased tickets—your support helps us continue providing affordable housing and essential services for individuals and families in Niagara. Together, we raised critical funds to make a lasting impact in our community!
A huge thank you to our 50/50 Draw Sponsor, The Primeway Group!
Licence # RAF1448675 Ticket # C-2450
About the Event
During this annual fundraising event, guests enjoy samples of gourmet soup prepared by Niagara’s finest chefs and served in one-of-a-kind bowls created by local potters. Included as the perfect complement are Niagara wines, beer, cider, fresh breads and decadent desserts.
Guests take home the empty bowl as a continuous reminder of those who struggle to meet basic living needs in our very own community.
2025 Empty Bowls
Date: Wednesday, March 5, 2025Time: VIP Reception 5pm | Main Event 6pm
Venue: Holiday Inn & Suites Parkway Conference Centre, St. Catharines (Directions)
Ticket Sales
Order your tickets via the form above. We look forward to seeing you soon.
Highlights from Empty Bowls Past
Thanks to all the support from our sponsors, judges, vendors, potters, donors, attendees and volunteers for making our signature fundraising event a success, year after year.