Empty Bowls Hill Country: Using Art to Fight Hunger in Boerne
Looking for a meaningful way to give back locally while supporting the arts? Empty Bowls Hill Country is a powerful community event that brings neighbors together to help fight hunger right here in Kendall County.
This international movement uses handcrafted bowls created by local artists as a symbol of the empty bowls faced by individuals and families experiencing food insecurity. When you participate, you’re not just purchasing a bowl — you’re helping provide real support to those in need in our own community.
Event Details
🗓 Saturday, February 21
⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 First United Methodist Church Boerne – Family Life Center
205 James St, Boerne, TX
How Empty Bowls Works
At the event, guests select from a collection of 300 one-of-a-kind, handcrafted bowls, each made by local artists and community members. With every bowl purchased, attendees receive a FREE to-go cup of soup, symbolizing the nourishment and care this event provides beyond the day itself.
To ensure more families can participate:
🟢 Limit of 4 bowls per person
Where the Proceeds Go
Every dollar raised stays local and directly supports organizations serving some of our most vulnerable neighbors:
Hill Country Family Services – Corner Cupboard
Supporting individuals and families in crisis across Kendall County with essential resources and food assistance.Kendall County Women's Shelter
Providing safe shelter, advocacy, and support services for survivors of domestic violence — including care for their pets.
Ticket Options
🎟 General Admission
$25 per bowl
Bundle options available for 1–4 bowls
🥣 Souper Pass – $75 (Limited to 25 passes)
Includes:
1 handcrafted bowl
Early bowl shopping from 10:30–11:00 AM
First pick of bowls before general admission opens
💛 Optional add-on available to help cover transaction fees and maximize your impact.
Why This Event Matters
Empty Bowls is more than a fundraiser — it’s a reminder that hunger exists even in our own neighborhoods and that small, intentional acts can make a big difference. By choosing a bowl, sharing a meal, and supporting local nonprofits, you’re helping ensure that fewer bowls in Kendall County remain empty.
Whether you’re attending as a family, with friends, or on your own, this is a beautiful opportunity to combine art, community, and compassion.
👉 Register early — bowls are limited and this event is expected to sell out.
If you’re looking for a meaningful, family-friendly way to give back in Boerne, Empty Bowls Hill Country is an event worth showing up for.
