Channel One’s fundraising event raises more than $81,000 for hunger relief

On October 10-11, Channel One Regional Food Bank held its annual “Empty Bowls To-Go” fundraiser.

People were able to order a simple meal of soup and bread, with the proceeds benefitting Channel One. The money raised will help those experiencing food insecurity across 14 counties in southeastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin.

In total, the event raised $81,400.