The Ocean County College Foundation’s 25th Annual Golf Classic raised more than $66,000 to support scholarships and educational opportunities for Ocean County College students. Held Tuesday, October 13, at Pine Barrens Golf Club in Jackson, the milestone event brought together supporters committed to helping students achieve their educational goals.
“Coming together for fun and fundraising at the Foundation’s 25th Annual Golf Classic was a true celebration of community spirit,” said Kenneth J. Malagiere, executive director of the OCC Foundation. “We were thrilled to mark this special milestone alongside our dedicated supporters, whose generosity and enthusiasm continue to create life-changing opportunities for students.”
The annual Golf Classic provides crucial support for the Foundation’s ongoing efforts to make higher education more accessible to Ocean County residents. Through scholarships and special funding, the Foundation helps reduce financial barriers and strengthen programs that enrich the college experience for students pursuing their academic and career aspirations.
The OCC Foundation extends its sincere appreciation to the sponsors whose generosity helped make the 25th Annual Golf Classic a success, including the 25th Anniversary Presenting Sponsor, Causeway Family of Dealerships; Addison Capital; Atlantic Physical Therapy Center; Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers; Counsellors Title Agency; Crossroads Realty; IBEW Local 400; Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 9; Vision Financial Services; and numerous additional sponsors. Their support plays an important role in advancing the Foundation’s mission and expanding educational opportunities for Ocean County College students.
For more information about the OCC Foundation and its work, visit occfoundation.org.
About the Ocean County College Foundation
Since 1965, the OCC Foundation has proudly served the Ocean County College community, awarding over $25 million in scholarships and special program funding for deserving students. The generosity of our donors continues to make a lasting impact, supporting initiatives like the Helping Hands Food Pantry, the Blauvelt Speaker Series, the Grunin Center for the Arts, the Global Travel Experience, the Veteran and Military Resource Center (VMRC), the Robert J. Novins Planetarium, Viking Athletics, and many more college and student-led initiatives. For more information, visit occfoundation.org.