The Foodbank of Santa Barbara County hosted its 18th Empty Bowls fundraiser in Lompoc on Wednesday.
Guests were able to select a hand-painted bowl and enjoy a lunch of soup and bread.
There was also an opportunity to participate in a raffle, enter a silent auction and purchase custom succulents.
"Our goal this year is $50,000," said Erika Culwell, Lompoc Empty Bowls Committee Chairperson. "The money that we raise here stays here in this community, which to me, makes this event even more special to our community."
The Foodbank will use all proceeds raised to provide healthy groceries, fresh produce and nutrition education to Lompoc residents facing food insecurity.
The Foodbank's next Empty Bowls event will take place in Santa Maria on Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023.
