Texas Border Business
PHARR, Texas – The Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley proudly acknowledges the continued generosity of Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins & Mott, LLP, whose $5,000 sponsorship will support the upcoming Empty Bowls Luncheon and Silent Auction, presented by H-E-B Hunger Relief. This vital contribution will help deliver an additional 25,000 nutritious meals to individuals and families facing food insecurity throughout the Rio Grande Valley.
“Our mission is to be a lifeline for those in need across our community,” said Libby A. Saenz, CEO of the Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley. “With the support of sponsors like Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins & Mott, we can continue to provide essential nourishment to those who rely on us. Their generosity is instrumental in helping us make a tangible difference.”
Empty Bowls 2024, set for October 22, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Bert Ogden Arena in Edinburg, TX, promises a meaningful day of giving back. Guests will enjoy delectable dishes from over 30 local restaurants, participate in a silent auction, and have the chance to win exciting raffle prizes. The event will feature live music and emcees KRGV’s Tim Smith and KTEX’s JoJo Cerda, who will add to the festive atmosphere. Every attendee will take home a one-of-a-kind hand-painted ceramic bowl, a reminder of the ongoing struggle against hunger in the region. Tickets are now on sale for $35 at the Bert Ogden Arena box office or online at www.bertogdenarena.com.
As a cornerstone of the community, the Food Bank RGV continues to make a significant impact across Cameron, Hidalgo, and Willacy counties, working closely with a network of 275 partner agencies. Sponsorships like the one from Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins & Mott, LLP empower the Food Bank to sustain its mission of providing vital resources and hope to those in need.
For more information or to get involved in the fight against hunger, please contact Philip Farias at 956-904-4513 or pfarias@foodbankrgv.com.
