A Benefit Concert for OCC Students
TOMS RIVER, N.J.—The Ocean County College Foundation is thrilled to announce a spectacular evening of music with world-renowned trumpeter Chris Botti, live on stage at the Grunin Center for the Arts on Wednesday, December 3 at 7 p.m. This unforgettable concert will benefit scholarships and educational programs for students at Ocean County College.
Chris Botti, celebrated for his genre-defying blend of jazz, classical, and pop, has captivated audiences around the globe. Now, he brings his signature sound to Toms River for a night that promises to be both musically inspiring and deeply meaningful.
“This is more than a concert—it’s a celebration of opportunity,” said Kenneth J. Malagiere, executive director of the OCC Foundation. “Every ticket purchased helps us open doors for students who are working hard to build brighter futures.”
Event Details:
Chris Botti in Concert
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
7 p.m. | Grunin Center Main Stage
Ocean County College, Toms River, NJ
Tickets are available now at grunincenter.org or by calling 732-255-0500.
Sponsorship Opportunities Available
Local businesses and community leaders are invited to become part of this extraordinary event through sponsorship. Sponsors will receive special recognition, VIP pre-reception tickets, and the satisfaction of knowing they are directly supporting student achievement in Ocean County. For sponsorship information, please contact the OCC Foundation at 732-255-0400 or email foundation@ocean.edu.
About the Ocean County College Foundation
Since 1965, the OCC Foundation has provided support for thousands of deserving students in our community, awarding over $22.5 million in direct scholarship and special program support. Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we are able to continue to provide additional assistance across our college community in truly impactful ways, including the funding for the Helping Hands Food Pantry, the Blauvelt Speaker Series, the Grunin Center for the Arts, the Global Travel Experience, Veterans and Military Resource Center (VMRC), the Novins Planetarium, Viking Athletics, and many more college and student-led initiatives.