Step through the doors of South County Outreach and into a place where community, compassion, and change come together.

This is more than just a fundraiser — it’s an invitation into our home, where lives are transformed every day.

This year, Empty Bowls  features a lineup of local food trucks serving up delicious bites, all while supporting a great cause:
Bracken’s Kitchen
Dezzertaholic
Kebobaholic
Monkey Business
Piazza Pie
The Viking Truck
Mission Craft Cocktails
Los Molinos Beer
We’re thrilled to welcome Chef Winnie Yee of Smoke Queen Barbecue to Empty Bowls 2025!
Chef Winnie will take center stage in The Kitchen, where she’ll be challenged to create a dish on the spot using surprise ingredients from our food market. It’s a chance to witness culinary creativity in action—and we can’t wait to see what she whips up!

PERFORMING LIVE ON STAGE!

Flashback Heart Attack, the award-winning tribute band, will be taking the stage at Empty Bowls 2025! Their unforgettable performance will bring you back to the iconic sounds of the 80s—guaranteed to get you on your feet and dancing!
Join us on Thursday, April 10, 2025 at South County Outreach’s Food Market (7 Whatney, Ste. B, Irvine) starting at 5:00 pm for our annual event! Individual tickets are $175.

Be Part of the Movement

Empty Bowls isn’t just an event — it’s a call to action. This night is about coming together as a community to learn, engage, and create real change. Your participation helps fund critical programs that provide:

Nutritious meals for families in need

Housing assistance to prevent homelessness

Education & job readiness programs to increase financial stability and employment opportunities

Get Involved

Attend the event – Every ticket purchased directly supports SCO programs.

Sponsor the event – Partner with us to create lasting change in our community.

Spread the word – Invite friends, family, and colleagues to be part of this movement.

Reserve Your Spot & Make an Impact

Join us as we turn awareness into action. Purchase your ticket

For more information about how you can get involved with South County Outreach please contact Lauren Ruiz at lruiz@sco-oc.org or call at (949) 687-2410.