Sponsored by Artworks, the Washington College Service Council and the Office of Student Development, the second annual Empty Bowls benefit dinner raised over $2,000 for the Kent County Food Pantry. The dinner marks one event in an international grassroots effort to fight hunger by raising money and awareness about hunger and food insecurity. The basic premise, to raise money by hosting a simple meal, is adapted by event sponsors based on the unique needs in their community.
The close-knit community of Washington College is woven into the fabric of the region, bringing together many area alumni and faculty for events like Andy’s Burger Night, a local foods celebration coordinated by Andy Goddard ’73 and Tara Holste ’07.