$90k raised from Channel One’s Empty Bowls To-Go Fundraiser
Credit: Rosei Skipper, courtesy of Channel One Regional Food Bank
(ABC 6 News) – $90,000 was raised from Channel One Regional Food Bank’s 20th annual Empty Bowls To-Go fundraiser.
The event happened earlier this week in Rochester on October 8 and 9.
According to a press release, Empty Bowls To-Go gave participants a to-go style experience. This included gourmet soups and bread from five local restaurants as well as hand-painted bowls.
The funds raised from this year’s Empty Bowls To-Go equals approximately 224,500 meals, according to the release. Channel One says this will support its mission to strengthen food access and build healthy communities in its region.
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