Stella Maris Explorers is a catholic 501(c)3 public charity formed to encourage art, faith, and science education on the Mississippi Gulf Coast through in-person programs and to help families raise well rounded and faith-filled children. LEARN MORE

We have a variety of programs that meet in person in Biloxi, MS: a weekly enrichment club for PK3 - 8th grade homeschooling students, a high school art program, and other workshops that are hosted yearly. LEARN MORE

Here at SME, we have big future plans! Support us in our mission for art, faith, and science enrichment for all families on the MS Gulf Coast by donating, volunteering, sharing our mission, and by your prayers. LEARN MORE

Want to drop in to meeting to see if the Explorers Club is right for your family for the 2025-26 year? Sign up to drop in. 

Did you hear? SME was awarded a MAC Grant! Learn More. 

More Great News! SME was awarded a CableOne/Sparklight Grant. See the announcement.

Thank you to everyone who made our 1st Annual Drawdown a success! Together we raised $4K to start the SME Lending Library!