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"A Taste for Education" Fundraiser Celebrates Local Honoree and Raises Vital Funds for Schools
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ — October 23, 2026
Local education advocates, culinary leaders, and community members gathered for a spectacular evening of philanthropy at the Education Foundation of South Brunswick Township’s 15th annual
"A Taste for Education" fundraiser. The successful event brought together the community to raise vital funding to champion innovative educational initiatives, enrich student learning experiences, and secure a bright future for local schools.
The highlight of the evening was a special presentation celebrating this year’s distinguished honoree, Susan Santowasso. Honored for her exceptional leadership, tireless dedication, and inspiring impact on the school district and broader community, Susan received a standing ovation from attendees.
"We are profoundly grateful for the overwhelming generosity displayed at this year's event," said Chris Greco, Vice President of The Ed. Foundation. "An event like this requires a truly dedicated group of volunteers, educators and community members. This incredible support from educators like our honoree, local restaurants, and residents ensures we can continue our mission to fund, sustain, and advance the future of education in South Brunswick Township."
The evening featured a showcase of culinary artistry from the area's dining establishments, alongside high-stakes excitement across multiple raffle tiers. Guests participated in a vibrant "tricky tray" raffle, featuring prizes generously contributed by local businesses and individual benefactors.
The success of the evening was made possible through the collective efforts of several key groups:
The Culinary Partners: Local participating restaurants who generously donated their time, expertise, and signature dishes.
The Prize Donors: Friends of the foundation, families, PTOs and local businesses whose exciting contributions populated the highly anticipated raffle showcases.
The Event Sponsors: Amboy Bank and the South Brunswick Educations Association.
The Volunteers and Staff: A passionate team working behind the scenes to manage logistics, execution, and guest services seamlessly.
For more information on the event outcomes, to view a complete list of participating businesses, or to learn how to support future Education Foundation projects, please visit edfoundationsb.org/taste4ed.
About the Education Foundation of South Brunswick Township, Inc.
Founded in 2009, the Education Foundation of South Brunswick Township, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the educational experience for students in the South Brunswick Township School District. By funding innovative classroom grants, professional development, and vital school resources, the Ed. Foundation bridges the gap between public funding and educational excellence.
To learn more about the Education Foundation, contact info@edfoundationsb.org.More News...