Continuing Education Scholarship
The Presbytery of Genesee Valley awards Continuing Education Scholarships up to $500 to support the continuing education of member clergy and laity. For more information contact the Grants Working Group at gwg@pbygenval.org
Congregational Vitality Grant
Congregational Vitality Grants aim to support congregational initiatives which cultivate meaningful spiritual formation, deepen relationships in the community, empower adaptation to an ever-changing mission field, expand upon existing strengths, develop leadership capacity, and/or discern novel ways to be the church together.
2026 Recipients
Twelve Corners Presbyterian Church: $1,000
To fund the Grow Community Garden to increase the number of garden beds and food production.
Union Presbyterian Church $1,000
To fund the Youth Summer Nature Camp in educating and empowering youth to connect religion, science and nature.
Energy Study & Efficiency Grant
Energy Study and Efficiency Grants help churches care for God’s Creation by reducing their carbon footprint. Funds are to be used to assist churches in making their facilities more energy efficient.
Grants are available as follows:
$3,000 (fewer than 200 members) or
$1,500 (more than 200 members)
PLUS the cost of an energy study
To qualify, contact The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) to arrange for an energy study of your church’s facilities ($100-$250, depending on your number of full-time employees). Then, attach NYSERDA’s energy study to your grant application below.
It is PGV’s expectation grant recipients will use the funds to enact any of the energy study recommendations. Recipients are also asked to match the funds received from the presbytery.
Matthew 25 Grant
The Matthew 25 Grant offers funds to support programs that are aimed at dismantling structural racism, and eradicating systemic poverty and income disparities within the city of Rochester, NY. For more information contact m25@pbygenval.org.
The 2026 application deadline has passed.
Ministry Partnership Grant
Ministry Partnership Grants aim to promote ministry connections between PGV congregations with one or more community agencies, faith communities, or other local organization or group.
2026 Recipients
Perry Brick $2500
For Neighbors Nourishing Neighbors Program in partnership with the Congregational Church, Perry Ministerial, and the Tuesday Club to provide fresh vegetables for deserving families and individuals.
Chili Presbyterian $2,500
To fund new steps and railings to enhance accessibility and safety of volunteers associated with the Food Program.
Gates Presbyterian Church $2,500
For the Tutoring Program in partnership with the El Shaddai Church.
Pittsford Presbyterian Church $2,500
For the Cameron Community Ministry Swim Program in partnership with Pittsford First, the Cameron Community Ministries and the Maplewood YMCA in teaching young people the skill of swimming.
Stone Presbyterian Church $2,500
For the Comfort Care Home Project.
Parkminster Legacy Fund
The Parkminster Legacy Fund provides resources to smaller congregations (with fewer than 100 members) and funds innovative projects that promote positive change. Grants funded by the Parkminster Legacy Fund are listed below.
The Audiovisual Equipment Grant awards up to $1,000 through the Parkminster Legacy Fund for audiovisual equipment purchases (new and/or upgrades), for churches with fewer than 100 members. NOTE: This grant is intended for audiovisual technology equipment only (such as microphones, speakers, hearing loops, projectors, webcams, and Wi-Fi equipment). It is not intended for consultation services, technical support, office equipment, or other types of equipment purchases.
The 2026 application deadline has passed.
Self-Care and Renewal Grant
Supporting Pastor/CP well-being through extended time for self-care and renewal is vital, yet it can be financially challenging for small churches. In
response to this need, grants up to $750 are available through the Parkminster Legacy Fund. Pastors/Leaders from congregations with fewer than 100 members may request funds for the purpose of supporting self-care or renewal (study leave, retreat, sabbath, reading days or days of rest, etc.). Only churches in good standing with 100 members or fewer are eligible for consideration. Up to $750 may be requested toward the cost of pulpit supply or other fees not covered in the annual operating budget to allow leader absence for rest or rejuvenation. For more information contact: Rev. Judy Hay
Technology Grant
2026 Recipients
Albion Presbyterian Church $1,000 technology grant
To purchase a desktop computer to be used for office administrative tasks and bookkeeping.
Covington Presbyterian Church $1,000 technology grant
To purchase a PC Windows 11 Pro computer.
Penfield Presbyterian Church $1,000 technology grant
To purchase a laptop computer for the pastor and a desktop computer for office use.
Perry Brick Presbyterian Church $1,000 technology grant
To purchase a desktop office computer.
South Presbyterian Church $700 technology grant
To purchase a laptop computer.
Twelve Corners Presbyterian Church $850 technology grant
To purchase a desktop computer.
Peacemaking Grant
Peacemaking Grants are awarded to congregations, organizations, or individuals who are, in some way, working toward restorative justice and addressing oppression. Grants up to $500 are available for training, a specific program, an educational event, skills training, or an advocacy event. For more information contact Rev. Judy Hay.
2026 Recipient
Building Minds in South Sudan $500
For the education of girls and women.
Second Chance Grant: Gathering for a Purpose
Second Chance Grant: Gathering for a Purpose
Grants up to $350
Application Deadline Extended to: November 30, 2026
Gathering for a Purpose: Second Chance Grants are intended to promote church health and vitality by supporting ideas that help people gather with a defined purpose and participate in God's ongoing work of renewal, justice, and hope. It supports creative opportunities for congregations to come together in ways that nurture faith, deepen relationships, explore different perspectives, and/or serve the world God loves.
We are called to grow as disciples in community, thus this grant encourages gatherings such as an education event, guest speaker, community service project, community field trip, new worship experience, new curriculum, book study, etc. Projects may be designed for your congregation, your wider community, or both.
Congregations are encouraged to use grant funds to create opportunities for meaningful relationships, shared spiritual experiences, new learning, and faithful engagement with the needs and hopes of the communities we are called to serve.
Please note: These grant funds are not meant to be used for food or beverage costs.
Questions? Contact: Rev. Judy Hay.
Recipients must submit a follow-up report no later than March 15, 2027 to Cheryl Battaglia.
Deadline: Nov. 30, 2026
Worship Innovation Grant
The Worship Innovation Grant supports congregations seeking to offer worshippers opportunities to engage with God through new or different worship experiences. Creativity reflects the character of God and offers a powerful tool for teaching, learning, and communicating. Congregations are encouraged to be open, imaginative, and daring to try new or different ways to bring the Word of God to life and experience the sacred.
2026 Recipient
Gates Presbyterian Church $500
For a commissioned original cantata “A Treasury of Psalms.”