***THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
Under an abundance of caution and due to the current COVID-19 situation that has led to the declaration of a state of emergency in both Maryland and Carroll County, The Shepherd Staff will be cancelling our upcoming Empty Bowls Event scheduled for April 5, 2020.  We do not plan on rescheduling this year.

The Shepherds Staff Empty Bowls of Carroll County draws 600 attendees and is one of our largest fundraising events. The revenue we receive for this event through sponsorships, donations, and ticket sales helps fund a large portion of our emergency financial assistance budget serving residents in need in Carroll County throughout the year. The loss of this revenue will impact both the organization and the Carroll County residents we serve. Now more than ever, our community needs help and we want to continue to provide it. If at all possible, please consider your ticket purchase a donation to help support our efforts during this difficult time. That being said, we completely understand if you would like to be reimbursed and we will gladly offer a full refund for your ticket.

If you do not need a refund:
If you wish for your ticket to be used as a donation, we truly appreciate your support and no action is needed.

If you would like a refund:
If you prefer a full refund, please contact Brown Paper Tickets within 2 weeks by emailing refunds@brownpapertickets.com. Be sure to include your confirmation number.
*Your confirmation number should be on the confirmation email you received when you purchased your tickets. If you do not know it, you can contact our office at 410-857-5944 or email info@shepstaff.org and we can provide that number for you.

We appreciate your understanding during this difficult time and hope to see you next year!


Please join us for our 4th annual Empty Bowls fundraiser. Empty Bowls was created to bring awareness to hunger of all types, foster community, and raise funds to support those in need. At Empty Bowls of Carroll County, you will experience a delicious sampling of soups provided and served by the area's best restaurants.

***Tickets available for the following times:
 - 11:00AM - 12:00PM
 - 12:30PM - 1:30PM
 - 2:00PM - 3:00PM

Tickets:
Adults: $20
Children: 5 and under are free (ticket required)
Tables of 10: $200




For questions or more information, please contact The Shepherd's Staff at info@shepstaff.org or 410-857-5944.