Giving Day 2026: Celebrating 10 Years of Transformation

Alumni and friends from across the globe helped us celebrate 10 years of transformation in the best way possible: together! Thanks to an incredible outpouring of support, we raised $393,191.02 from 608 teammates — marking a new standard of excellence at The Hive!

111%

608

of 550 supporter goal

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Office of Advancement

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Diego Ma (Alumni ’17, ’18)

2 months ago

In honor of Linda Murray & Oskar Martinez

My mother and father who sent me to st Benedict’s prep

Michael Falivena (Alumni ’59)

2 months ago

In memory of Eugene Schwarz O.S.B.

Wish I had $1Million.

Giovanni Bonilla (Alumni ’08)

2 months ago

There are places you pass through, and there are places that stay with you forever, this is one of them. Thank you!

Heather J. Austin (Parent ’89, ’29)

2 months ago

From 1985-1989, SBP worked to make my husband the strong, undeterred man that he is today. And now, my son is beginning the same journey (with some of the very same influencers - such as Father Ed and their freshman basketball coach, Coach Badger). I’m grateful for the SBP influence. It truly takes a village.

John Pallen (Alumni ’57)

a month ago

In honor of CHARLES INCH '57 and Joseph Bielski

Thank you for your good work.

Nina Mosley (Alumni ’20)

2 months ago

Happy to donate to such an amazing community ❤️.

Raquel Cruz (Faculty/Staff)

2 months ago

In honor of the amazing women on the Advancement Team!

Gregory A Davis (Alumni ’02)

2 months ago

Whatever hurts my brother hurts me!

Zakee Howard (Alumni ’97)

2 months ago

Thank you for everything

Carl Kling (Alumni ’58)

2 months ago

Helped me understand what I needed to do to learn. My three sons are also alumni 82 84 86.

Peter Plowshay (Alumni ’67)

2 months ago

Always keep moving forward!

Anonymous (Alumni ’70)

2 months ago

I miss my days at St Benedict’s I wish I had more to give you

John Leber (Alumni ’60)

2 months ago

The best start to my adult life.

Carlos Lamourt

2 months ago

In memory of Pablo and Maria

John DeCecco (Alumni ’08)

2 months ago

God bless SBP!

Russell Marsh (Alumni ’94)

2 months ago

St. Benedict’s Prep is my foundation. I take the values of commitment and community with me everywhere I go!

Isaac Tucker-Rasbury (Alumni ’14)

2 months ago

Keep the good work up! I am where I am in life in no small part to the hive. Keep paying it forward!

Anonymous (Alumni ’20)

2 months ago

In honor of Mr. Petrick

Anderson Asiedu (Alumni ’15)

2 months ago

In honor of Sylvers Owusu

Honoring the best coaching staff in soccer! Thank you for all you do for so many of us!

Arthur J. & Joan S. San Filippo '64 (Alumni ’64)

2 months ago

In memory of John M. Allen '54 & William J. Grohs '64

Allan Bartow (Alumni ’04)

2 months ago

Hey Fr Ed... you still owe 2004 a prom!!! Hahaha :(

mark vespole (Alumni ’69)

2 months ago

In honor of Spencer Vespole'09

In memory of Spencer Vespole '09

The older I get the more I appreciate the extraordinary work that happens day in and day out in every corner of 520 MLK Blvd at our alma mater.

Frank Free

2 months ago

In memory of Bill Petrick

Peter Petrone (Alumni ’66)

2 months ago

In honor of John Michael Allen '54

A coach, a teacher a mentor, and most of all a friend. May the Lord embrace you lovingly in his arms!

David Rodriguez (Alumni ’96, Faculty/Staff)

2 months ago

A place that’s been my home since 1992.

Jolie LaGrange-Johnson

2 months ago

In honor of Vernon June '84

It's great to be a friend of the St. Benedict's Prep Community!

Jose Estrella (Alumni ’17)

2 months ago

In honor of Spencer Vespole

Charles Austin (Alumni ’89)

2 months ago

I am so grateful for what SBP has given me. I pray that the community continues to shape young people (my son included) and instill in them the grit and compassion that has been a hallmark of the Gray Bee tradition for more than a century.

FORREST CHILTON IV (Alumni ’61)

2 months ago

In honor of John Michael Allen '54

In memory of John Michael Allen

John was a saint disguised as a human.

EAMONN O REILLY (Alumni ’62)

2 months ago

Proud alumnus. And more proud thanks to all of you.

David Hoffman (Faculty/Staff)

2 months ago

In honor of Joe Stypa

Back in the 1970's, my best friend's father, Joe Stypa, would tell us about his experiences at St. Benedict's. When I decided to come out of retirement and teach, the only place I applied was St. Benedict's. As the son of a Holocaust survivor who taught in Newark, this is the place I need to be.

Neil Casey (Alumni ’63)

2 months ago

The Class of 1963 is grateful for your service

Kathleen O'Beirne Slotman (Alumni ’66)

2 months ago

I am a graduate of B.A. My brother and uncles also went to St. Benedict's.

Virginia Murphy

2 months ago

Benedictine Academy Class of 1965

Scott Brotschol (Parent ’30)

2 months ago

Give my son a great education.

Patricia Flynn (Faculty/Staff)

2 months ago

In honor of Fr. Casimir

Onward!

Nancy Lands (Parent ’03, ’09, ’10)

2 months ago

In memory of In memory of Spencer Vespole

gregory waters (Alumni ’65)

2 months ago

In honor of Jerry McCann

Louis Verrone (Alumni ’66)

2 months ago

In memory of Johnny Allen '54

Tara McDonough (Faculty/Staff)

2 months ago

In honor of the cast and crew of Dancing at Lughnasa

Don Hart

2 months ago

Keep sending out Men and Women to make an impact like John Allen has made on the people he has touched

christopher froelich (Alumni ’72)

2 months ago

In honor of Dr. and Mrs. Jerome & Marie Froelich

Keep the light shinning !!

Erwin J Suarez (Alumni ’21)

2 months ago

Always will be grateful with this institution. Benedict’s mark my soul and gave me great mentors. Whatever hurts my brother hurts me!

Lauren Alampi (Faculty/Staff)

2 months ago

In memory of John Huss

Kevin Moore (Alumni ’64)

2 months ago

The monks’ commitment over all years.

Craig Harvey (Alumni ’96)

2 months ago

In honor of Rob Peace

Olufemi Ijandipe (Alumni ’02)

2 months ago

Hard work, dedication!

Adrian Kole (Alumni ’61)

2 months ago

St Benedict's shows the way in education.

Thomas Kuruc (Alumni ’71)

2 months ago

Just proud to associated with St Benedict's Prep

Anonymous (Alumni ’66)

2 months ago

In honor of Thomas A Stanley Sr. & Jr.

Rood Beauzile (Alumni ’83)

2 months ago

"Blessing blessing blessing"

Wade Woodson (Alumni ’81)

2 months ago

Continue Blessings!!!

Amir Tonsul (Alumni ’03)

2 months ago

Lifelong brotherhood and structure

Alexandra Hyppolite (Faculty/Staff)

2 months ago

In memory of Ron Jandoli

Terrill Harris (Alumni ’00)

2 months ago

Keep molding our young men and women into greatness.

David Ritz (Alumni ’79)

2 months ago

Yearly donation

Anonymous (Parent ’31)

2 months ago

Grateful for all you do for our students and family. Thank you!

Margaret Gramins

2 months ago

In honor of Mike Scanlan

Sean McChesney (Alumni ’84)

2 months ago

Keep making a difference!

Robert Cooney (Alumni ’55)

2 months ago

In memory of George T. Cooney '51

Lou Santos (Parent ’27)

2 months ago

Proud of having my son attend St Benedict’s, with its rich history and emphasis on scholastic activities !

James Porter (Alumni ’89)

2 months ago

This school made me into the Preacher, leader, teacher and Husband I am today.

Richard Molina Jr (Alumni ’06, Faculty/Staff)

2 months ago

Representing the Class of 2006 and the Fencing Team!

Eric Erazo (Alumni ’06)

2 months ago

In memory of Coach Rob Peace

Herbert Schneider (Alumni ’53)

2 months ago

The prep is an island and a refuge in the midst of a turbulent sea.

Anonymous (Parent ’27)

2 months ago

In honor of Grandpa

Noreen Connolly (Faculty/Staff)

2 months ago

In honor of Bill Connolly

Jan Krolack

2 months ago

Keep up the great work. Thanks for being there.

Elizabeth Z

2 months ago

Because St. Benedict’s is a school like no other.

Luciana Pistoia (Parent ’26)

2 months ago

We love the school, best decision for my girl, we love Father Edwin and we are very thankful for Mrs Branco being there to always help all of us.

James J Valvano (Alumni ’51)

2 months ago

In memory of Dennis J Valvano Jr ‘47

James Duerbig (Alumni ’67)

2 months ago

In honor of Mike Cito

Donna Schiavo

2 months ago

The students and staff are such an inspiration. Wish you could clone yourselves.

Nancy Mikula

2 months ago

In memory of Lauren Vitiello Fazio

We love you Michael! Congratulations to all the seniors!

Iabn Harper (Alumni ’90)

2 months ago

In honor of Tyrone Love

Brotherhood, commitment, support, emotional intelligence, integrity, self awareness, prosperity & leadership

James Stradford (Alumni ’90)

2 months ago

In honor of Fallen Gray Bees Brotherhood ‘90

Gray Bees for life! Continue being great! The BROTHERHOOD CLASS OF 1990.

James Fackelman (Alumni ’65)

a month ago

In honor of Frank and Mary Fackelman

My parents were not wealthy, but they never questioned my desire to go to St. Benedict's and were always involved in parent activities. I'm sure that they made a lot of sacrifices so my brother and I could attend St. Benedicts. Thanks, Mom and Dad.

Omari Frazier (Alumni ’91)

2 months ago

Keep making a difference!

Farrad Williams (Alumni ’16)

2 months ago

In honor of Glenn Cassidy and the late Rev Winstead whose impact on the community and convocation remain alive today

We have miles to go !

Allison OReilly

2 months ago

In honor of John Burlick

Mike Van Asten

2 months ago

I am so inspired by the efforts of Father Edwin, the Monks, and all faculty/staff/students who make St. Ben's such a remarkable success story.

Dean Salazar (Alumni ’94)

2 months ago

In honor of Vincent L. Salazar

Karen Rosen

2 months ago

Sanctuary for growth and meaning.

John Matthews (Alumni ’85)

2 months ago

Thank you to everyone who made a contribution

Courtney Mosley (Alumni ’10)

2 months ago

Thank you!

Mary Hauck (Faculty/Staff)

2 months ago

In honor of Frank “Skip” Downey H’83

Anonymous

2 months ago

Happy to support St.Benedict’s.

Ralph Fusco (Alumni ’70)

2 months ago

In memory of Christine A. Fusco

PEACE.!

Theresa Rega

2 months ago

Keep up the good work!

Letitia & Edmund Gibson (Parent ’01)

2 months ago

In honor of William Higdon

Matthew Leong (Alumni ’20)

2 months ago

Thank you to the best coaches —Sylvers & Jimmy.

Frank Crowley (Alumni ’71)

2 months ago

In honor of Ed Johnson ‘46

Bayron Morales (Alumni ’16)

2 months ago

In memory of Spence

Chris Hodge (Alumni ’06, Faculty/Staff)

2 months ago

The Hive is Home.

Nicholas Tucker (Alumni ’95)

2 months ago

Keep up the good work!

William Eaton (Parent ’93, ’97)

2 months ago

Thank you

Nick Swanson

2 months ago

The best Catholic High School in the country!

Vernon June (Alumni ’84)

2 months ago

Benedict's Hates A Quitter! Whatever Hurts My Brother/Sister Hurts Me!

Naomi Bergwerk

2 months ago

Since watching the segment on 60 Minutes ten years ago, Saint Benedict's remains high on my annual donation list. Keep up the good work!

Paul Barnas (Alumni ’17)

2 months ago

In memory of John huss

German Torres (Alumni ’08)

2 months ago

St. Benedict’s and the community played a huge role in my life and I am forever grateful for the friends and family I made. Thank you.

Bill Reichle (Alumni ’65)

2 months ago

Great four years!!

Jill Hall (Parent ’04, ’06, ’08)

2 months ago

In honor of Brother Thomas Aquinas, OSB, Class of 2006

Jim Waldron (Alumni ’71)

2 months ago

In honor of John DiDomenico scholarship

MARY ROSE CASCAES

2 months ago

Much continued success!

Joey Meyer (Alumni ’16)

2 months ago

Benedict’s Hates A Quitter!

hua huang

2 months ago

🐝

William Healey (Alumni ’65)

2 months ago

In honor of John Allen

An inspirational coach and teacher

Stephen Tafaro (Alumni ’73)

2 months ago

In Honor of my Brother, Fr Mark Payne’69 OSB

Dan Sheehan (Alumni ’08)

2 months ago

In honor of Noreen Connolly

Paul Fagan (Alumni ’71)

2 months ago

In honor of John DeDiminico 1971

John Napoli (Alumni ’66)

2 months ago

Keep up the fantastic work

Jim & Denise Mello

2 months ago

May God bless the students, staff, and monks! Have a blessed feast of St. Benedict!

Brian Cupka (Alumni ’72)

2 months ago

Go Bees!

Thomas Durkin (Alumni ’71)

2 months ago

In memory of Nancy Farrell

Dwight Duhaney (Parent ’29, ’32)

2 months ago

St. Benedict's Prep has an incredible community that provides a nurturing and enriching environment for my children. The school focuses on holistic development, ensuring that students not only excel academically but also grow emotionally and socially. The teachers are dedicated and passionate, offering personalized attention to each student. They encourage curiosity and foster a love for learning through engaging lessons and activities. The school's small class sizes allow for more interaction and a stronger bond between students and teachers. Additionally, St. Benedict's Prep offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and community service programs. These opportunities help my children develop new skills, build confidence, and make lasting friendships. The supportive community of parents and staff collaborates closely, creating a strong network that benefits the students. Regular communication and involvement ensure that parents can stay engaged in their children's education and contribute to the school's growth. Overall, the sense of community at St. Benedict's Prep plays a vital role in nurturing my children’s development and success.

J Kane

2 months ago

In honor of Glenn Cassidy

Michael Henry (Parent ’29)

2 months ago

Thank you for your services to our boys and girls.

Peter Ahr (Alumni ’58)

2 months ago

Benedict's gave me the foundation for the rest of my life. I'm proud that that's still going on, better and stronger than ever. Gray Bee for life!

Peter Brogan brogan (Alumni ’57)

2 months ago

In honor of John Brogan

Dereck Williams (Alumni ’06)

2 months ago

BOOLAH BOOLAH BOOLAH BOOLAH ITS THE WAR CRY OF THE GRAYBEES

Thomas Rice

2 months ago

St. Benedicts is important to our national community

Patrick Mahon (Alumni ’74)

2 months ago

In honor of Abbot Augustine

Blessed to be an alumnus of SBP - so proud of my classmate who is now Abbot Augustine

Brooke Middleton

2 months ago

In honor of Alexandra H

love you, my alexandra!❤️

Ron Hrasna (Alumni ’60)

2 months ago

In honor of Ernest (54) and Edward (58) Hahn

Robert Doyle (Alumni ’75)

2 months ago

In Memory of Fr Theodore Howarth. Thank you.

Mike Goggin (Faculty/Staff)

2 months ago

I was a Benedictine Volunteer from St. John's University (MN) in 2010-11. SBP has had a profound impact on my life. Thank you!

Kevin Sheridan (Alumni ’70)

2 months ago

In honor of Fr mark payne

So grateful for my education and formation . But even more grateful for the transformation of Benedict’s over the last 50 years

Philip Mcgee (Trustee/Past Trustee)

2 months ago

In honor of Father Malachy

Stay amazing!

Linphord Darlington (Alumni ’83)

2 months ago

In honor of Marvin Bazemore

Boola Boola!

Joaquin Reed (Alumni ’97, Faculty/Staff)

2 months ago

In memory of Clare Love

ian lafond (Alumni ’99)

2 months ago

In honor of John "Grumpy" Lafond

Heres to a great 2026!

Brian Moses (Alumni ’84)

2 months ago

I am proud to say that i was raised thru the St. Benedict’s Prep family!! #StBenedict’sStrong

Chris Lang (Alumni ’79)

2 months ago

In honor of Derrick Lang, Donte Lang, Arthur Lang, Ida Lang, Curley Lang, Hazel Lang, Charles Lang

Keep Making Us Proud and Keep Up the Good Work. God Bless 🙏

aminah ford (Parent ’93)

2 months ago

In memory of rahman ford

thomas brothers (Alumni ’60)

2 months ago

In memory of Tony Mautone, Gerry O'Connor, Matt Hagovsky,

Roy Hibberd (Alumni ’70)

2 months ago

My dad and Father Boniface had a great rapport while I went to St. Benedicts. This is in remembrance of both of them.

John Kornish

2 months ago

Excellent work ! Keep on making Newark proud

paul hannan (Alumni ’56)

2 months ago

Benedict's did a lot for my father, class of 22 , me class of 56 and my 2 brothers . I am happy to see what it is doing for this generation .Go bless the faculty and students

Jared Pietz (Alumni ’09)

2 months ago

In honor of Spencer Vespole

St. Benedict's is a great school. I learned a lot there and made friends that are still a part of my life. They have teachers that really care and do what they can to help you. Best choice I every made.

Francis Nolan (Alumni ’67)

2 months ago

In honor of Debby Nolan

In memory of Debby Nolan

Ivan Lamourt (Faculty/Staff)

2 months ago

Thank you for helping make the miracle happen everyday!

Catherine SaltersCullar (Parent ’07)

2 months ago

My two sons are proud alumni of the Hive. Their years at Benedict's have positively impacted the men the have become today.

Milivel Sardella (Parent ’29)

2 months ago

The Benedict community means a lot to me and especially my son Lucas S. It is a beautiful community where you can truly feel God’s grace and presence. Being part of it has strengthened my son’s faith and reminds him how powerful it is to walk with others who share the same love for God.

Antonio O. Melgar (Alumni ’15)

2 months ago

In honor of Antonio H. Melgar Guevara

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