Father Regis M Farmer Scholarship Fund

Criteria for selecting Grant recipients


The Father Regis M. Farmer Scholarship Fund (FRMFSF) is a non-profit organization providing financial assistance to Catholic youth seeking enrichment and inspiration, wishing to grow in their faith by experiencing life-changing Catholic events such as workshops, retreats, mission trips and conferences.  We encourage youth involved in all parishes and ministries across the Diocese of Pittsburgh to further their growth and development in faith by applying.

The FRMFSF offers Grants ranging in most cases from $40 to $600 to cover registration and participation fees for workshops, seminars, retreats, conferences, institutes, or other educational / formational opportunities.

Individual Grant Guidelines

  1. A Grant ordinarily will be granted to active Catholic and non-Catholic youth entering 7th grade through the completion of 12th grade, registered and active with a parish within the Diocese of Pittsburgh, who wish to participate in an event to discern and enhance their spirituality, wisdom and faith. However, others who wish to participate in a Catholic event will be considered.
  2. Grant fund applications should be received, along with a copy of event registration, no later than two months prior to the registration deadline.The application should be sent to P. O. Box 90068, Pittsburgh, PA 15224.
  3. The FRMFSF will pay Grant funds directly to the sponsoring organization on behalf of the recipient. Individuals will not be reimbursed.
  4. Applicants are eligible for Grants at the discretion of the board.
  5. Applications should be accompanied by a letter of recommendation from the Pastor, Deacon or Youth Minister, explaining financial need and attesting to the applicant’s need and worthiness.
  6. Grants are only to support programs consistent with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
  7. To be considered for a future Grant, a reflection letter must be submitted following the event attended, focusing on the content of the event and how the individual benefited from the experience.
  8. Grant funds are not transferable to another individual.
  9. Grant funds are not for degrees or long-term certification programs.