In The Know - 20 Years of Empty Bowls: Fighting Hunger & Helping Neighbors (Aired 02/09/2026)

This week on In the Know, Andy Taylor welcomes Valley Assistance Services to talk about one of the community’s most beloved events — the 20th Annual Empty Bowls fundraiser. Chris Erickson and Peggy McGee explain how the event brings the community together through great food, local restaurants, handcrafted bowls, and a shared mission to help neighbors in need.Listeners learn how Empty Bowls supports Valley Assistance Services’ wide range of programs focused on community health and social services, including eviction prevention, utility assistance, financial education, workforce training, and helping residents safely age in place. Chris highlights how needs in the community continue to grow and how VAS works to provide long-term solutions, not just short-term fixes.Peggy also discusses the ongoing need for volunteers, especially drivers and receptionists, and shares how volunteers play a critical role in handling the thousands of calls VAS receives each month. From soup flavors and silent auctions to ticket locations and volunteer opportunities, this episode highlights how one event can make a lasting impact across Green Valley and Sahuarita.For More Information, Reach out to VAS (Valley Assistance Services) https://www.valleyassistanceservices.org or Call 520-625-5966