Sharing Our Vision
Thank You For Your Support
Title Sponsor
Blount Fine Foods
Our Title Sponsor
Blount Fine Foods was on a Site Quest trip to McKinney looking for their distribution facility and heard about Empty Bowls. After deciding to have a warehouse center here, they joined us. Our Title Sponsor is headquartered in Falls River, MA. They join us for the event each year, can’t wait to see you in April.
Sponsors
MCDC – McKinney Economic Development Corporation
We truly appreciate the grant received from MCDC which covers much of the cost of promoting Empty Bowls. We could not do it without you!
Chad Watts – State Farm
Chad and his team are “good neighbors” and have been sponsors for several years now.
His office is at 2055 W Louisiana in McKinney.
HEB
HEB and their team have supported Empty Bowls since they came to Mckinney. We appreciate all they do for our community. We love their McKinney location at 8700 Eldorado Parkway.
McKinney Noon Lions Club
McKinney Noon Lions Club has been part of McKinney for over 100 years. With the motto of “We Serve” we are always thrilled to have them as a Sponsor and a supporter of our event.
Encore Wire
Founded in McKinney in 1989 Encore Wire has been an important sponsor for several years. They operate a large facility just East of downtown.
Insurance Services Agency
Jeff Caseroti and his family have been big fans of Empty Bowls for many years- they bring the “muscle” to the event set-up. This year he and his company joined us as a sponsor as well. We look forward to having “Team Caserotti” on the square again this year. His office is at 600 N McDonald St., McKinney
Gather McKinney
Known as a great event venue in historic downtown, Darrell & Jill Barnes have opened their space and hearts to supporting non-profits. Darrell has hosted a night of “Boots n Boogie” and an upcoming Bingo night to help raise funds for Empty Bowls. Located at 207 E Virginia, McKinney
Love Life Foundation
Their mission is: “To spread love and hope to the at-risk in our community by partnering with local agencies to provide valuable aid and support.” We are happy to partner with them again this year as we fight hunger one bowl at a time.
They have a delightful market at: 6633 Virginia Parkway, McKinney.
Dominion Payroll
Dominion is new to Empty Bowls this year and we welcome them as a sponsor. With deep Texas roots Dominion offers a range of payroll and HR services. Contact Casey at cstratmeyer@dominionpayroll.com, she can help you out!
Cottonwood Creek Marina
Located on scenic lake Lewisville, Ryan and his team can help you with a wonderful tour of the lake.
Valarie Kerby Real Estate
Valarie is “Not your Ordinary Real Estate Agent”. An expert on the historic district, Valarie can help you find the perfect home anywhere in North Texas
McKinney East
Managing a variety of properties in East McKinney, Michael has been a great supporter of Empty Bowls.
PlainsCapital Bank
Founded in 1988, PlainsCapital believes in being part of the Community.
Click Wise Design
Based in Allen, Click Wise Design helps local businesses grow
with SEO and web design services.
Silver Spoon Donors
Thank you to the many private donations that we receive.
You all mean so much to us and the beneficiaries of Empty Bowls.
EJ Nowalk
Mark McElhinney
Karen Friedland
David & Paula Dorman
Lutheran Ladies Association
Roy Ponder
Marie Whitworkd
Pamela Chambless
Dr. Barryman
Wilson Allen
Michelle Miller
Judith Dewolf
Mary Grube
JoEllen Zabel
John Campbell
Todd Hayes
Kathy Walden
Pam Wilson
Anne LeBree
Patty Smith
Anonymous
Key Highlights
Fighting hunger, one bowl at a time
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Registered Non-Profit
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15 Years Strong
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Local Artists & Potters
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Every Ticket = Meals
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Volunteer-Powered
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Sponsor Support
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Community Impact