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10 YEARS OF TRANSFORMATION

You built something lasting with your gift to St. Benedict's Prep in 2016. The 60 Minutes program that aired 10 years ago inspired support from hundreds of people like you. As a result, we grew to nearly double our enrollment and now serve 1,000 students. Additionally, our model of education gained nationwide attention, making an impact far beyond Newark.

We would be grateful to have you back on our team. 

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From 2 Divisions to 4

St. Benedict's grew from two Divisions in 2016 (Middle and Boys Prep) to four Divisions (Elementary, Middle, Boys Prep and Girls Prep) in 2026. 

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From 550 to 1,000 Students

With greater attention and donor support from the 60 Minutes broadcast, St. Benedict's nearly doubled the number of students it serves over the last decade.

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The Benedict's Model Expands

Shortly after 60 Minutes aired, St. Benedict's established the Fr. Mark Payne Institute to work with schools interested in adapting the Benedict's model in their own communities. Today, schools throughout the country — and world — partner with FMPI, which impacts 30,000 students annually.

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Counseling: From 27% to 45% Participation

More students participate in individual or group therapy at the Grossman Family Counseling Center. The percentage of students receiving help on-site increased from 27% to 45% since 2016. The number of licensed mental health professionals also doubled to meet the needs of young people. 

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Partnerships Double

St. Benedict's introduced new programs and doubled the number of partnerships since 2016. This includes Building Bridges, an initiative with the New Jersey State Police started in 2021 to foster understanding between communities of color and law enforcement.

Faculty doubled at St. Benedict's over the last decade

Faculty and Staff Doubles

With the growth in Divisions and students, faculty and staff expanded from 75 in 2016 to 150 today. Alumni account for 22% of the faculty and staff. 

OUR CHALLENGES: 

50% 

or more of students are from low-income households. 

85% 

of students receive financial aid that totaled $6 million in 2025-26. 

30%

of total revenue is generated from tuition. 

OUR OUTCOMES:

95% 

of seniors matriculate to college each year. 

85% 

of graduates are currently enrolled or have earned college degrees. 

60%

of total revenue is made possible by teammates like you.