“The Black and Indian Mission Collection is not simply a charitable resource; it is an essential partner and an enduring asset to Catholic education and the schools that are a part of the Archdiocese of Miami.”

-Michael A. Cash, Director of Advancement

At Monsignor Edward Pace High School, a college preparatory school in Miami Gardens, Florida, BIMO has supported both the people who serve students and the programs that bring the school community together.

The school community reflects the cultural and racial diversity of South Florida. Half of its students are African American. Thanks to donor generosity, Pace has retained talented educators, many of whom are minorities, alumni, or hold advanced degrees in their fields. That investment helps ensure that students learn from educators who know them, understand their community, and are deeply invested in their success.

“Because of the support that BIMO provides, we can give teachers the salaries they deserve,” said Surella Rodriguez, Pace’s director of Alumni Relations.

BIMO has also helped preserve Pace’s music program, providing the stability needed to keep it accessible to students. Student musicians bring the community together by playing at Masses, pep rallies, or local events.

Campus Ministry is the school’s beating heart. It gives every student an opportunity to encounter Christ, strengthens their sense of belonging, and helps them understand and live their Catholic identity.

The results extend beyond graduation: 99% of Pace graduates go on to college, while others enter military service or pursue careers as firefighters and EMTs.

Your generosity helps make these opportunities possible—supporting the educators, ministries, and programs that form students in faith and prepare them for lives of purpose and service.