Annual Events

Mistletoe Empty Bowls 2026

Vincentian CARES Charlotte CARE Center (CCC) and Vincentian CARES Rapid Re-Housing Programs in Charlotte are going back to our roots with our 1st Annual Mistletoe Empty Bowls, bringing attention to the devastating impact homelessness has on people. Our goal is to engage the community in support of a solutions-based response to rapidly re-house individuals, Veterans, and families with children, without barriers. We want to work together to end homelessness and hunger. Sponsoring the 2026 Mistletoe Empty Bowls Campaign is an investment in the lives of the families with children, friends, neighbors, and US heroes who enter the doors of the Charlotte CARE Center seeking a new chance on life.

Interested in Sponsorship opportunities and benefits?

Contact:
Donna Saliter: Donna@charlotte.care or 727-248-5105

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Polk 5k 2027

Vincentian CARES presents Polk County’s First Annual 5K Fundraiser event!

The First Annual Vincentian CARES Polk 5K Fundraiser will support the Polk County Rapid Re-housing (RRH) Programs as well as the Polk County Homelessness Prevention Services Programs. The event, which will include: Presentation of Colors, Pledge of Allegiance, Invocation, “State of the Agency” update, Testimonials, 5K walk/run/ride around Lake Hollingsworth, silent auction, food, and fellowship, brings awareness to and raises funds for the solutions-based programs of Vincentian CARES that address the devastating impact homelessness and poverty have on people.

Contact:
John Quirk: johnq@vin.care or 727-503-7214

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Empty Bowls 2026

Our annual Empty Bowls Event is a family friendly event that acts as a reminder that no one should go hungry or homeless.

Interested in Sponsorship opportunities and benefits? Contact:
Merrell Dickey
(727) 201-9875
merrell@svdp.care