First Genesis Development Corporation
Building Disciples for the Kingdom
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“Building Hope, One Home at a Time”
The First Genesis Development Corporation (the community-development arm of First Genesis Baptist Church) is breaking new ground in Rochester’s Upper Falls neighborhood—partnering in a $13 million affordable-home initiative that will deliver 22 new single-family homes for families seeking stability, equity, and generational opportunity.
Mission
We empower underserved families in Greater Rochester through economic opportunities, affordable and sustainable housing, education, and healthy living.
Our Vision
We strive to enhance the quality of life for our community by fostering growth and development through initiatives focused on providing affordable housing and other essential services.
Current Projects
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Affordable Housing – Upper Falls Neighborhood
We are thrilled to have broken ground on a $13 million initiative that will bring 22 new single-family homes to the Upper Falls neighborhood, in partnership with Monroe County, the City of Rochester, … (list partners). Homes will be available for families earning ~50-60% of AMI. -
Existing Development Initiatives
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45 new homes in ZIP 14605 (affordable, sustainable housing)
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95-unit senior living complex (safe & supportive environment for seniors)
Leadership
Rev. Dr. Fredrick Johnson Sr. leads the First Genesis Development Corporation as President & CEO, bringing vision and dedication to our mission of uplifting the Rochester community.
Together, we can build a stronger, more empowered community!
Empowering Communities Through Faith and Development
At First Genesis Baptist Church, we embrace the transformative potential of Black churches as community developers, a movement gaining momentum across the nation. As highlighted in the NewsBreak article, "To Rebuild City Neighborhoods, More Black Churches Are Becoming Developers," churches are stepping beyond traditional roles to address critical housing and economic challenges in underserved areas. Inspired by this vision, we are committed to leveraging our resources and partnerships to revitalize neighborhoods, support local businesses, and create opportunities that uplift lives—demonstrating the profound impact faith-driven initiatives can have on building stronger, more resilient communities.
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