The Volunteer Center of South Jersey (VCSJ) is excited to announce that its signature annual fundraiser, Taste of Community, will be held in Atlantic City, NJ, on April 29th, 2025. This highly anticipated event will take place at the stunning Island Waterpark at Showboat, located at 801 Boardwalk, and promises to bring together more than 250 attendees for an evening celebrating the rich cultural diversity and culinary excellence of South Jersey.
“This exciting shift to Atlantic City offers new opportunities to broaden our reach and deepen our impact while honoring the cherished traditions of our Taste of Community Event,” said Michele Francesconi, VP of Capacity Building Training & Strategic Initiatives at VCSJ, now a proud program of Jersey Cares. The event offers something for everyone—a night of food, fun, networking, and philanthropy designed to strengthen community bonds and support VCSJ’s impactful programs and services.
What to Expect:
Delicious “Down the Shore” Culinary Experiences: Savor a variety of dishes and cuisines from Jersey Shore restaurants, food trucks, and local culinary talent.
Basket Raffle: Browse and bid on over 50 thoughtfully curated baskets.
Community Connections: Meet nonprofits, artisans, and businesses dedicated to giving back to the community.
All related volunteer opportunities can be found here: https://bit.ly/Taste-Volunteers.
Event Page link is https://sjvolunteers.org/taste-of-community/.
Interested in learning more? Contact Michele at michele@sjvolunteers.org or 856-415-9084.