EMPTY BOWLS NAPLES INC
NAPLES, FLORIDA

Nestled in Naples, Florida, Empty Bowls Naples Inc., a heartfelt non-profit organization founded on January 19, 2017, has embraced its mission to tackle hunger head-on with creativity and community spirit. Under its incorporation number N17000000697, the group sprang to life when school founder Donna Torrance channeled inspiration from an idea shared by one of her students into a vibrant community endeavor. With roots that burgeon from Barron Collier High School's initial steps in this initiative, it now stands as a testament to collective efforts among local potters, artists, educators, students, and volunteers. They come together annually to craft bespoke bowls-each imbued with creativity and purpose-that form the core of fundraising events aimed at both raising awareness of hunger and generating funds to combat it. The organization resonates with the international Empty Bowls Project, a grassroots movement known for harnessing the power of artistry in the fight against food insecurity. Every year, through their poignant fundraisers, they award grants to local food assistance organizations empowering them to purchase life-sustaining resources. At emptybowlsnaples.com or at (239) 591-8848, anyone curious about joining this noble cause can find more information. The group has grown beyond Donna Torrance's initial vision with the steadfast support of community pillars like Betsy A Dawson and resident artist Judi Nicholson. Her painting workshops breathe color into volunteer activities and further weave a richer tapestry of engagement. Situated at 6300 Janes Lane, Naples, FL 34109, Empty Bowls Naples continues to thrive, reflecting on the insights from its most recent annual report dated March 21, 2024. It's about more than just bowls; it’s a vibrant community working persistently alongside you and me to unlock the potential for change-one handmade bowl at a time.