Monmouth County Chamber of Commerce

Educational Foundation Holds Fundraiser at Ross’s Dockside in Sea Bright.

The Eastern Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce -  Educational Foundation teamed up with Ross’s Dockside in Sea Bright to raise money for the scholarships presented each year by the Foundation.  Food was donated by Ross’s Dockside and they played an integral part in the organization along with Chuck Drawbaugh, the event Chair for the Educational Foundation.

Chuck Drawbaugh commented that the event would not have happened if not for the offer to host by Michael Ross, of Ross’s Dockside, and the effort by Sherry Rizzi, the event planner for Ross’s Dockside.  In less than a month, Sherry helped plan the event and she also secured, picked up, and packaged auction items donated from local businesses.  

The Educational Foundation awards $1,250 scholarships to “Non-Traditional Students”, represented by 3 categories:  1) Adults returning to college, 2) Students pursuing post – high school vocational education, 3) College Students entering their Junior or Senior Year. 

On Wednesday March 26th , the closed in, heated deck provided attendees with the perfect setting to celebrate the coming of warmer weather,  enjoy good food and music, and support a worthy cause.  “Funds raised from the event almost covered another scholarship for this year and that is great considering the limited time we had to put it all together”, said Mr. Drawbaugh.  We hope we can build upon this event and continue it again next Spring because Mike and Sherry were great to work with.  Thank you also to all who attended and contributed to a fun and successful evening.

Chuck Drawbaugh