About The Fund
The Saint Joseph Endowment Fund Mission
At Saint Joseph Academy, we believe in providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where students can flourish academically, spiritually, and personally. As a leading educational institution in the Brownsville community, we are committed to fostering excellence and shaping the leaders of tomorrow.
Established with a rich history and a strong foundation in Catholic values, SJA has been a cornerstone of education in South Texas for several decades. Located in Brownsville, Texas, academics at SJA are designed to inspire intellectual curiosity and instill a lifelong love of learning. Our dedicated faculty members employ innovative teaching methods and personalized attention to ensure each student reaches their full potential.
From our advanced placement courses to our fine arts and athletic programs, we offer a comprehensive curriculum that caters to diverse interests and talents. Beyond the classroom, we strive to cultivate a deep sense of spirituality and moral responsibility in our students. Grounded in the Catholic faith, we encourage students to explore their spirituality, embrace their unique gifts, and contribute positively to their communities.
Our commitment to service-learning programs empowers students to make a meaningful difference in the world around them.
Signature Programs
Your donation will help support The Signature Learning Programs that offer students a chance to connect with industry leaders, join seminars, and take part in community events, allowing them to explore their talents early on and pave the way for future college majors and careers. Supporting the SJA curriculum will not only help disadvantaged children get the best education in South Texas but will also pay dividends with their dual enrollment program, effectively offsetting higher education costs by providing students with the ability to earn up to 38 college credits by the time they graduate high school.
Honoring the Past, Investing in the Future
For over 150 years, St. Joseph Academy has been a beacon of faith-based learning, leadership development, and community service. Our alumni have gone on to become leaders in business, education, medicine, and public service, carrying forward the values instilled in them during their time at SJA.
The Marist Brothers’ educational philosophy emphasizes:
1. Faith & Service – Developing a strong moral compass
2. Academic Excellence – Encouraging curiosity and lifelong learning
3. Leadership Development – Preparing students to lead with integrity
Through the Saint Joseph Academy Endowment Fund, we honor our rich history by ensuring that future generations receive the same life-changing education. Your support helps keep this tradition alive.
How Funds Are Used
Why Support the Saint Joseph Academy Endowment Fund?
Brownsville, Texas — A Border Community with Untapped Potential
Saint Joseph Academy stands as a beacon of academic excellence and character formation in the heart of Brownsville, Texas—a community where the majority of families are Hispanic and face significant economic and educational challenges. In a region where the median household income is far below the national average and fewer students have access to higher education, Saint Joseph Academy offers a life-changing opportunity: access to a superior, values-based education that prepares students not only for college but for leadership in their communities and beyond.
The Saint Joseph Academy Endowment Fund was created to ensure that no child is denied this opportunity because of financial hardship. By supporting the fund, donors directly invest in a brighter future for families along the Texas-Mexico border—empowering students who come from underrepresented and underserved backgrounds to rise above generational barriers through faith, knowledge, and service.Your support helps bridge the gap between potential and opportunity—because excellence in education should not be a privilege, but a promise.
“Families in our community work hard—but often lack access to the educational resources their children need to succeed.”
What Your Support Makes Possible
“Saint Joseph Academy empowers students to rise above their circumstances and become compassionate leaders of tomorrow.”
The Endowment Fund helps provide-
- “Full or partial tuition assistance” to deserving students
- Access to a college-preparatory, faith-based education
- A safe and supportive environment focused on leadership and service
- Resources like technology, counseling, and enrichment program
- Long-term sustainability for generations of learners
Join Us in Making a Difference
Education should not be a privilege—it should be a promise.
- Help close the education gap in one of the nation’s most under-supported regions
- Invest in a student’s future—regardless of financial situation
- Strengthen the legacy of Catholic, Marist-based education in South Texas
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Join Us in This Mission
Your generosity strengthens the foundation of Saint Joseph Academy and provides lasting opportunities for students who dream of an education that transforms their future.
