Join us at Empty Bowls Dinner Placerville for a chance to gather, enjoy a delicious meal, and raise funds to fight hunger in our local community and beyond. The event is organized by youth participants in Hands4Hope - Youth Making A Difference and will take place on Sunday, February 15, 2026 from 3 to 6 pm in the Forni Building at the El Dorado County Fairgrounds.
Event guests can enjoy fresh bread and delicious hot soup served in a keepsake handmade bowl, all while soaking in the lively atmosphere of live music and vendor booths. Wine, beer, and desserts will be available for purchase.
General Admission Tickets:
* $25: General Admission presale, ends February 8
* $30: General Admission at the door
* $15: Youth ages 5-18
* Free: Children age 4 and younger (please reserve a free ticket)
Tickets:
https://www.hands4hopeyouth.org/emptybowls
We invite businesses and individuals to become sponsors of this event. Sponsorships start at just $150 and include event tickets. The sponsorship deadline is February 5.
The funds raised from this event will support organizations fighting food insecurity. Your participation helps us continue this legacy of support and compassion. The organizations chosen to be the beneficiaries this year are:
* Upper Room Dining Hall (Placerville)
* El Dorado High School's Natural Resources Program - Garden -Senior Project (Placerville)
* Hands4Hope Emergency Food Pantry (Placerville)
* Earth's Angels (Ghana, Africa)
Learn more about the event, reserve tickets and sponsorships, and sign up to volunteer at
https://www.hands4hopeyouth.org/emptybowls
Note: Vendor spots are full.
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