Resident Services Coordinator Kimberly Salls at Maris Grove’s Empty Bowls Event on February 14.

On February 14, more than 200 residents and staff from Maris Grove, an Erickson Living developed and managed retirement community in Glen Mills, Pennsylvania, participated in its sixth Empty Bowls event. The fundraiser raised more than $2,651 for the Kennett Food Cupboard.

The Empty Bowls event, which is meant to symbolize the daily struggles of a family with food insecurities, served a basic meal of soup and bread for participants to understand the hardships of these families. All attendees of the event chose a clay bowl made by residents and staff in the Maris Grove Arts and Crafts room. The bowls act as a reminder that there are people who struggle with food insecurities daily.

“It is inspiring to see so many people come together to create a special event that raises money and awareness for the Kennett Food Cupboard to help families with food insecurities in our local area,” said Resident Services Coordinator Kimberly Salls.

“Thank you to Maris Grove’s Resident Outreach Committee, Clay Club, and Resident Life and Dining Staff for helping to make this year’s event a big success and breaking our Empty Bowls record for donations for the Kennett Food Cupboard,” said Salls.

Each month the Kennett Food Cupboard provides up to seven-day supply of food to more than 1,200 individuals. The organization relies heavily on volunteers and local donations, like those made by Maris Grove residents and staff, to fund its program.

About Maris Grove: Maris Grove, one of 20 continuing care retirement communities developed and managed by Erickson Living®, is situated on a scenic 87-acre campus in Glen Mills, Pennsylvania. The community is located in Delaware County and is home to more than 1,600 residents. Additional information about Maris Grove can be found at MarisGrove.com.