NTFB Documents FY16 Annual Report - Final | Page 18

EVENTS & CAMPAIGNS EMPTY BOWLS Presenting Sponsor, Kroger, served up their bowl-friendly fare at the 17th annual Empty Bowls TASTE OF THE NFL For the first time in this event’s history, guests enjoyed the event on the field at AT&T Stadium HARVEST 2ND Annual HARVEST Honorary Chairs, Anne and Steve Stodghill NTFB’s signature events, including the second Annual HARVEST, 17th Annual Empty Bowls, and 12th Annual Taste of the NFL, continuted to be an enjoyable way to support and raise money for our programs. Each of our events in FY16 attracted North Texas residents, business professionals and philanthropists alike. More than $880,000 was raised, allowing NTFB to provide a total of 2.65 million nutritious meals for hungry families, kids and seniors throughout North Texas. Hundreds of other community events and campaigns also lent a hand in fighting hunger, including the 19th Annual Restaurant Week, Run Project’s Dash Down Greenville, Canstruction Dallas, Kissandtella and The Dallas Theater Center’s production of A Christmas Carol. Country Artist Jack Ingram performed at the 12th Annual Taste of the NFL. 18 We want to thank all of our community partners for their efforts and support of the Food Bank! None of these events would be possible without you.