From Tanzania to Argentina, together we are making a difference.

Forming Future Church Leaders

The Saint Benedict Education Foundation (SBEF) provides support for monks and nuns from developing countries studying at Sant’ Anselmo in Rome. Without the support from SBEF, these individuals would not have the means to continue their academic careers, preparing them as future leaders in their monastic communities and the Church. Together, we are providing a path for success for the future of the Church.

History

The Saint Benedict Education Foundation was created to provide support to one of the best-kept secrets in Rome, Sant’ Anselmo. As an international Benedictine University, Sant’ Anselmo in Rome continues, as it has for many years, to educate both lay and religious students ministering throughout the world in Christ’s name.

Your Support Makes an Impact

As a supporter of the Saint Benedict Education Foundation (SBEF), your gifts have a direct impact on the lives of these young religious and the communities they hope to serve. You make their education at the Benedictine university in Rome, Sant’ Anselmo, possible.

Dom Banka Chinna Venkaiah, OSB from India

“Thank you for the scholarship that has allowed me with the opportunity to widen my own interests in Philosphy and Theology as well as exploring related interests in art, culture, and languages.”

Dom Banka Chinna Venkaiah, OSB from India

Frater Emie Gaviola, OSB from the Philippines

“I would like to extend my prayerful and heartfelt gratitude to the generous benefactors of the Saint Benedict Education Foundation for providing me with the financial support for my advanced studies in Monastic Theology.”

Frater Emie Gaviola, OSB from the Philippines

Reverend Father Felix Davordzi from Ghana

“Thank you for your exceptional and immense contribution to help me realize my dream of pursuing my doctorate in Sacramental Theology.”

Reverend Father Felix Davordzi from Ghana

Dom Shivprakash Yadav, OSB from India

“I am grateful to the Saint Benedict Education Foundation for the scholarship granted out of your generosity and charitable heart which provides me with the opportunity to pursue studies in Sacred Theology.”

Dom Shivprakash Yadav, OSB from India

Frater Cyril Zum, OSB from Tanzania

“With the grace of God, I am in my second year studying philosophy and things are going well. My hope is to serve the Church as a priest thanks to your generous assistance.”

Frater Cyril Zum, OSB from Tanzania

Events

Saint Benedict Education Foundation Social

Jun 24, 2025

Saint Benedict Education Foundation board members greeted donors at a social hosted by Saint Martin’s Abbey in Olympia, WA, for an evening of appetizers, drinks, and fellowship. The evening was filled with great conversation and a presentation shared by Abbot Marion about the upcoming SBEF Pilgrimage in Rome.

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