Ocean County College Foundation

The OCC Foundation proudly awards scholarships to hundreds of deserving students each year, made possible by our generous donors. We’re especially proud of Ellie, a recent graduate whose story highlights the meaningful impact of donor generosity. Hear from Ellie:

“Receiving an OCC Foundation Scholarship has made an incredible impact on my education and future. Attending OCC positively changed the trajectory of my life, and the generosity of the Foundation and its donors helped make that possible. Beyond the financial support, the scholarships I received felt like encouragement and trust in my ability to succeed. It helped me remain a full-time student, stay on track to earn my degree within a four-year timeline, and gain confidence in my academic merit as I prepared to transfer to a four-year school. I am deeply grateful to the OCC Foundation and its donors for investing in students like me and helping me make the most of every opportunity Ocean has afforded me.”

Ellie, we know you will continue to do great things and wish you the best in your next endeavors!

Just One Month Away! Our annual Scholarship Celebration is right around the corner, and we can’t wait to gather with our supporters and community to honor three incredible honorees: Linda Novak, Paul Chalakani, and Kean University & the Kean Ocean Partnership.
There is still time to join us for this unforgettable evening to celebrate the individuals and organizations making a meaningful impact! Visit https://occfoundation.org/scholarship-celebration2026/ to secure your ticket today.
A heartfelt thank you to our generous sponsors for making this special evening possible!

IN PERSON SOLD OUT! We are so excited to welcome literary titan Margaret Atwood to Ocean County College on April 23 as part of our Blauvelt Speaker Series! While in‑person tickets are sold out, livestream tickets are available so you can experience this extraordinary conversation from anywhere! Advanced registration is required for the livestream, register now at occfoundation.org/event/a-conversation-with-margaret-atwood/

Plus: Don’t miss the free symposium honoring Margaret Atwood’s iconic body of work, open to the public at OCC. Scholars, readers, and fans are welcome to celebrate one of the most influential writers of our time! Learn more at occfoundation.org/event/symposium/

Pen, Power, and Prophecy: A Symposium on the Literary Legacy of Margaret Atwood | OCC Foundation To celebrate Margaret Atwood’s visit to Ocean County College, join a gathering of New Jersey scholars and students to explore the intersection of her fiction and our reality.