Essex County College Wine Tasting to Support Laptop Access For Students

WEST CALDWELL, N.J. – Essex County College and the Essex County College Foundation invite wine enthusiasts and community members to attend the “Raise Your Glass for Student Success” Wine Tasting on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. at the College’s West Essex campus, 730 Bloomfield Avenue in New Jersey. 

The evening will feature a curated wine tasting, locally sourced cuisine, and a brief program highlighting the College’s continued commitment to student success. 

For nearly 20 years, the Essex County College Foundation has supported students through philanthropic giving. This year, proceeds from the event will directly benefit the College’s Laptop for Learners program, an initiative aimed at securing 1,000 new laptops for students who lack reliable access to technology. Event organizers hope to fund at least 250 new laptops through this event alone.

Attendees will also have the opportunity to explore the West Essex campus and see firsthand how Essex County College continues to invest in innovation, workforce development, and community growth. 

“For more than 50 years, Essex County College has been a beacon of opportunity and collaboration, transforming lives and empowering generations of students,” said Dr. Augustine A. Boakye, president of Essex County College. “Through initiatives like Laptop for Learners, we are expanding access to the tools students need to succeed and investing in the full potential of every student who walks through our doors.”

Tickets must be purchased in advance. To purchase tickets or learn more, visit https://www.essex.edu/l4l or email eccfoundation1968@essex.edu.

About ECC

Essex County College is an open-access community college that serves the diverse needs of students through comprehensive educational programs, training, and continuing education. Essex County College is dedicated to academic excellence and the success of its students.