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Feb. 15, 2026 ~ The internationally recognized hunger-relief event Empty Bowls returns to Detroit for the first time in six years on March 27. Founded in Michigan by art educators, Empty Bowls began as a grassroots effort to engage students to creatively address hunger through handmade ceramic bowls and shared meals. Over the past three decades, it has grown into a worldwide movement, raising millions of dollars for local food-security organizations, one bowl at a time, while remaining deeply community-focused. Event co-organizer Tracey Priska joins Michigan Voices.
BasBlue is a Detroit-based, place-centered platform dedicated to professional growth, entrepreneurship readiness, and community connection for women and non-binary individuals. Founded in 2021, BasBlue was created to close persistent gaps in network access, capital pathways, and inclusive professional space. BasBlue CEO Ellen Gilchrist joins Michigan Voices.
