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March 8, 2024| 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Empty Bowls – Pocatello

Come support The Idaho Foodbank at this year’s Empty Bowls event in Pocatello put on by the Pocatello Arts Council! All proceeds from the event will go towards fighting hunger in our local communities here in East Idaho.On Friday, March 8th from 6-8pm, all are welcome to come join us at Westside Players at 1009 S 2nd Ave in Pocatello to enjoy an evening of great food, great music, a silent auction, and more! For a $25 donation at the door, you’ll get your pick of any single handmade ceramic bowl made by our very own Clay Club here at ISU – the bowl selections are first come, first served so make sure you get there early if you want to have the largest variety to pick from! Along with your bowl, you’ll get free soup, bread, treats, and soda courtesy of Albertsons, Sand Trap, Butterburr’s, and Fixxology, respectively.There will also be a selection of food/drinks provided by some other fantastic local businesses such as Jim Dandy’s, Off the Rails, Glean Coffee, The College Market, and The Grapevine, along with live music from the Reese Thompson Trio.This year’s event is presented by Lookout Credit Union – a long-time supporter and partner of the Idaho Foodbank – and you definitely won’t want to miss it! Hope to see you there!
Additional Idaho Foodbank Causes
Million Meals in March
Sponsored by:Clearwater Paper Corporation
Clearwater paper is teaming up with us for a million meals in March. I need a QR code and landed page for donations for the flyers.
Million Meals in March
Sponsored by:Columbia Bank
Columbia Bank is teaming up with us for a million meals in March.
Ice Cream for Breakfast
Sponsored by:The STIL

National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day is Saturday, February 7th! This year, The STIL will be celebrating this very important national holiday at five of their Treasure Valley store locations (not including The STILetto on 8th Street), with proceeds being donated to four fabulous local charity organizations - The Idaho Foodbank, The Idaho Humane Society, Clemy's Crew, and Game Changers Idaho!
Guests will be offered ice cream from The STIL, delicious mini glazed donuts from Guru Donuts, and coffee provided by Slow by Slow, Dawson Taylor Coffee Roasters, Push & Pour, and Flying M Caldwell! Orange juice and mimosas will also be available.
We're hoping to make this year our biggest turnout EVER, so grab the kids, grab the friends, grab your loved ones and enjoy a unique breakfast to support great local causes!
Sportsmen Against Hunger
Sponsored by:Sportsmen Against Hunger
Come join The Idaho Foodbank at the 19th annual Sportsmen Against Hunger fundraiser at the C-A-L Ranch store in Chubbuck!
From 9:00am - 4:00pm on Saturday, January 31st and Sunday, February 1st, representatives from a variety of organizations, including the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF), Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Ducks Unlimited, KZBQ FM, the National League of POW/MIA Families, and more will be there to answer questions, give out goodies, and offer raffles - with all donations and proceeds going straight to The Idaho Foodbank to help serve our communities across East Idaho!
So come on down, shop some deals at CAL Ranch, and support The Idaho Foodbank while you're there!
4215 Yellowstone Ave
Chubbuck, ID 83202
Meat Bingo- in North Central
Sponsored by:St. Joseph Regional Medical Center
Join us to win "MEAT" at Meat BINGO at the Corner Villa in Lewiston, Idaho. Sign up in advance to grab your spot and play to support the Idaho Foodbank. Thank you St. Joseph Regional Medical Center for sponsoring the meat baskets. Monday, January 12th at Corner Villa- BINGO!
2110 14th Ave.
Lewiston, ID 83501
Greg Belzeski’s Big Adventure Show
Sponsored by:Greg Belzeski

Help support The Idaho Foodbank while celebrating Greg Belzeski as he leaves Boise! Boise’s music community is coming together to raise funds and awareness for people impacted by food insecurity—and to help launch Greg’s Big Adventures. It’s a rare chance for all these fantastic musicians to gather on one stage and celebrate together.
Greg has invited many of the bands he’s performed with over the past year for a one-of-a-kind night at the Sapphire Room. Expect an eclectic blend of jazz, swing, folk, rock, country, New Orleans funk, alt-rock, pop, and soul—all performed by musicians generously donating their time, energy, and talent to help support our neighbors in need.
A portion of proceeds go directly to The Idaho Foodbank. Food insecurity is a year-round challenge, especially right after the holidays. This event helps raise funds and awareness to support our neighbors throughout the entire year.
This will be a relaxed, informal night filled with great music, easy mingling, and a shared purpose: supporting The Idaho Foodbank long after the holiday season ends. Please bring a can or two of food to help boost donations even further. Together, we can make a meaningful impact for our community.
2900 Chinden Blvd
Boise, ID 83714
Jollymores January FUNdraisers for the Idaho Foodbank
Sponsored by:Jollymore's Fine Dining
Jollymore's Fine Dining in Lewiston, Idaho is promoting the Idaho Foodbank in the month of January! Great promotions, raising money for a great cause. Proceeds from ticket sales to the 4 Course Brunch, 5 Course Wine Pairing Dinner, and the Whiskey Tasting Events will go to the North Central Idaho Foodbank. Donations from the lunch/dessert special and starters will continue in the month of January! Please contact Jollymore's for tickets to the events at 1516 Main Street, Lewiston, Idaho.
1516 Main Street
Lewiston, ID 83501
Magic Valley Give Back Day
Sponsored by:Dutch Bros
Dutch Bros is partnering with the Idaho Foodbank for a Give Back Day at two Twin Falls locations. $1 from every drink sold on Friday, December 19th will benefit the Idaho Foodbank to help fight food insecurity in South Central Idaho. Purchase a drink or two at either location, Blue Lakes Blvd. or Pole Line Rd., to be a part of the movement.
7Cares Idaho Shares
Sponsored by:KTVB Channel 7
7 Cares Idaho Shares is an annual day of giving that started in 2008, put on by Channel 7. KTVB is asking for donations on their broadcasts leading up to the event, and will be reporting live from the donation locations the morning of December 13th. All donations of cash and non-perishable food items will go to help select charities keep their shelves fully stocked and purses full during the winter months when the need for food, shelter, and aid increases. The different charities will be accepting donations at various locations across the Treasure Valley and in Twin Falls. Donations of both food and cash can be taken at all locations.
Empty Bowls 2025
Sponsored by:The Idaho Foodbank

The bowls are back in Towne! This year, The Idaho Foodbank's annual Empty Bowls sale will be held in-person at Boise Towne Square on December 5th - 6th from 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm each day.
Hundreds of handcrafted & hand-painted bowls donated by local artisans and community members will be available for purchase during the sale. Bowls start at $15 each and can be purchased with cash or card (including tap to pay). All funds raised will be used to further The Idaho Foodbank's mission to nourish, educate, and advocate.
Please note that there will be NO online sale this year. Come to Boise Towne Square on December 5th - 6th to find your favorite bowl and support The Idaho Foodbank!
350 N Milwaukee St.
Boise, ID 83704