Special Events

Empty Bowls is back! Good Shepherd Center and Mother Hubbard’s Cupboard are excited to share that this beloved community event will return to Wilmington on March 22, 2024 at the First Baptist Activity Center on Independence Boulevard. Tickets and sponsorships available now! Visit the Empty Bowls website to buy tickets

We are gearing up for Gimme Shelter 2023! It will be located at The Barn at Rock Creek in Leland on Friday, September 22nd, from 6 PM to 9 PM. Sponsorship opportunities are available. Join us for local seafood, live music, dancing, and a silent auction at this fantastic annual

We had a wonderful turnout at our Bowling for Backpacks event this year! On March 24th, 32 teams from local businesses and families came together for a night of fun and to collect items for those experiencing homelessness. With the community’s help, we collected over 150 backpacks full of supplies

Gimme Shelter is happening on November 6th, 2022 at The Barn at Rock Creek in Leland, NC. Come join us for an evening full of dancing, food and drinks, and some awesome prizes from our online auction! Your friends and colleagues will have access to the beautiful venue to support