Bowls of Hope

The community is invited to join All Faiths Food Bank on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at 11 a.m. at Ed Smith Stadium (2700 12th St., Sarasota) for the 20th anniversary of Bowls of Hope, one of the community’s largest and most popular events. This family-friendly event supports All Faiths Food Bank’s work, benefiting our neighbors who are experiencing hunger. Each year, Bowls of Hope attendees select offerings from dozens of the community’s finest restaurants and caterers as they serve delicious soups, bread, desserts and more. Guests choose from beautiful, handcrafted bowls – all donated by local woodworkers, potters, artists and students – to keep, while enjoying a modest meal as a reminder of the empty bowls they help to fill. This year's event is chaired by Ruth Hochman. Sponsorships, which entitle supporters to attend the Bubbles, Beignets and Bowls Reception at 10 a.m., range from $750-$10,000. Individual tickets, which go on sale on October 1, are $40/adults, $15/children 12 and under. For questions, please contact Jeremy Lisitza at [email protected] or 941-549-8142.