Meeting Space Available

The Anne Frank Center USA has presentation/classroom space available for forums, classes and private events that can can accommodate up to 80 people, or 35-40 in two separate spaces. The spaces are new, with large and small flat screen displays or a large drop down screen, and wireless ready. Located at 44 Park Place, close to the 911 Memorial with subway entrance outside street level door. Event/gallery space rentals starts at $75 per hour, negotiable for small nonprofits, start ups and art/literary orgs. Contact Mike Clary at mclary@annefrank.com at 212-431-7993 extension 307. 

Art in General, Inc. at 79 Walker Street, has two separate spaces available for rent from mid-June to mid-August 2013. The spaces are also available throughout the year, subject to exhibition schedules and reservations. The 6th floor Gallery space features open spaces, hard wood floors and gallery lighting. It has a capacity of 200 people and is perfect for large events and gatherings, board meetings or workshops. (Capacity will vary depending on seating and table arrangement). The ground floor space is ideally suited as a venue for receptions, performances, conference meetings, etc. Fees for an 8-hour day for nonprofits: $1,000. Contact Jim Goins at 212-219-0473 extension 234 or jim@artingeneral.org.

The National Opera Center at 29th Street and 7th Avenue provides several rentable spaces in midtown Manhattan for meetings, presentations, workshops, lectures, auditions, rehearsals and more. Spaces include 10 studios, an Audition Recital Hall, a Rehearsal Hall, a Learning Center and a Board Room, open 7 days a week from 10am to 10pm. Prices start at $13/hour for members. Nonprofit non-member rates range from $16/hour for the smallest space to $102/hour for the largest space. For more information, visit www.operaamerica.org/operacenter, call 212-796-8630 or email reservations@operaamerica.org.

Madison Square Boys & Girls Club, Inc. owns and operates four fully functional clubhouse facilities (two in the Bronx, two in Brooklyn; two of which are equipped with swimming pools). All four buildings are fully functional with large classroom space, large gymnasiums and recreational facilities. Madison provides after-school and summer program activities. Madison offers many opportunities and seeks to create partnerships with other nonprofit community and civic organizations for structured activities, etc. Madison also provides accommodation for community schools groups, churches, scouting, city and state agencies and more. Organizations in need of additional space and interested in seeking a partnership to share space for daytime programming, are welcome to contact Madison’s office of the CFO at 212-760-0366.

The New York Open Center has short-term rental spaces available, including The Grand Room at 1,637 square feet; The Studio, 1,147 square feet; 3A, 600 square feet; and 3B and 3C at 465 square feet. These bright, airy spaces can accommodate most business, class meetings and social events. Prices range from $80 to $300 per hour. View spaces at www.opencenter.org/space-rentals. Contact Stephen Puibello at 212-219-2527, extension 167 or rentals@opencenter.org.

Friends in Deed has several meeting spaces in their loft space at 594 Broadway, Suite 706, New York, New York, 10012, available for rates ranging from $26 to $165 per hour. Email rentals@friendsindeed.org or call Michael Cohen at 212-925-2009, extension 203. View the rooms at http://fidblog.typepad.com/the_friends_in_deed_blog/2012/09/interested-in-renting-a-room-at-friends-in-deed.html.  

Community Resource Exchange's handicap accessible Conference Center, in lower Manhattan at 42 Broadway between Wall Street and Bowling Green, offers four conference rooms varying in size, which canaccommodate 8 to 70 people. The Training Room is a large, multi-configuration conference room with state-of-the-art audio/visual presentation tools that can comfortably host up to 70 people in an open, reception-like space. Three smaller meeting rooms range in size to accommodate 8-14 people. Amenities include a sunlit cafe-style reception, computer workstations and more. For less than 3 hours prices range from $60-75 for meeting rooms and $125 for training room; 3 hours or more, prices range from $120-130 for meeting room, $250 for training room. Visit www.crenyc.org/conference_center for more info or contact Millie Diaz at 212-894-3394 or mdiaz@crenyc.org.

The After-School Corporation has space for meetings and trainings available in midtown Manhattan. Pricing below is per half day (4 hours) but full day rentals are also available: meeting rooms (maximum occupancy 8): $100/half day; conference room (max occupancy 16): $150/half day; computer training room (13 computer stations and presenter): $500/half day; small training room (max occupancy 35): $300/half day; large training room (max occupancy 70): $600/half day. Prices may be open to negotiation. Contact Sarah Mahran at smahran@tascorp.org or 646-943-8751.

A.R.T./New York has three studios at its Fort Greene Brooklyn location and five studios at its midtown Manhattan location available to rent hourly for meetings and theatrical rehearsals. Spaces range from 330 to 950 square feet. Prices range from $15 per hour to $55 per hour, depending on size of space and usage. Studios are clean, well maintained and include tables, chairs and wifi. Most rooms also include piano. Rental hours are 9am to 10pm, seven days a week. For photos, specifications and rates, go to www.art-newyork.org/rehearsal-space or contact Stephanie Bok at 718-398-3078 or sos@art-newyork.org.

The Kings Bay Y at Windsor Terrace (at 1224 Prospect Avenue,near the F/G Fort Hamilton Station) has rental space for meetings, workshops, lectures, etc. available 9am-3pm and 7-9pm Monday-Friday, and10am-8pm Saturday and Sunday.Rates range from $45-75/hr depending on frequency of usage and size of room. Contact Nadira Persaud at nadira@ywindsorterrace.org or 718-407-6377.

The Women’s City Club of New York has a conference room available for evening events from 5:30-10pm at its Chelsea office (7th Ave between 27th and 28th), near Penn Station and the 1 train. Cost is $200 for the first two hours, and $75 for each hour thereafter. Room set-up is flexible with four large, collapsible tables and 40 chairs available. Maximum seating capacity is 40 people. A/V equipment is available for additional fee. Access to a kitchenette for food and beverage storage is included; catering needs are easily arranged via area restaurants. Contact Rachel Barrett at 212-353-8070 extension 200 or rbarrett@wccny.org.

Mariandale Retreat and Conference Center in Ossining, NY (45 minutes north of NYC and easily accessible via Metro North) has meeting rooms of various sizes—from cozy parlors to a large hall. Meeting rooms can be rented for a few hours ($45-$200 depending on room size), or as part of a day package that includes coffee break and lunch ($35 per person). Located on 55 acres on the beautiful Hudson River in Westchester County, Mariandale Center also has 44 single rooms for overnight stays. Visit www.mariandale.org or contact Eileen Keerdoja at 914-941-4455 or keerdoja@ophope.org.

American Bible Society has five meeting spaces with seating ranging from 12 to 200, prices ranging from $100/per hour to $2,500/day, plus any applicable overtime to run the building. Configurations range from board room to theater style and most of other room settings. Other amenities can include basic AV, microphones, piano, audio and video conference, as well as DVD Blu Ray player. Contact Gary Schutz at GSchutz@americanbible.org.

ITAC has one large and one small conference room available for business events, workshops and meetings. Located in the financial district (lower Manhattan), the large conference room can accommodate up to 75 people with variable room set ups. The small conference room can seat up six. Amenities include smart board technology, conferencing capabilities, wi-fi, built-in projector, display screen, a polycom conference phone system, and on-site tech assistance. Rates start at $75 per hour. Full day (8 hours) for $800 or $400 for half-day (4 hours). Contact Sharanda Didier at 212-809-3900 or sdidier@itac.org.

Cicatelli Associates Inc. has a training and conference center in midtown Manhattan at 35th Street and Eighth Avenue suitable for meetings, seminars, workshops, conferences, focus groups, training events, ceremonies, book signings, theatrical rehearsals, etc. Offers handicapped-accessible rooms with natural light and views of the city and the Hudson River. Facilities feature six large and two small rooms; accommodating between 6-120 people (various styles of seating arrangements); fully equipped with training tables, comfortable chairs, spacious restrooms, kitchen, and copy/production facilities. Also available (for additional charges): TV/VCR, laptop computers, LCD projectors, satellite downloading, easels, newsprint and markers; catering available. Daily rental rates for nonprofits range from $250 to $700 per day, depending on space rented. Contact Esad Krcic at 212-594-7741, extension 272 or esad@cicatelli.org.

The Cloud Institute for Sustainability Education has a meeting space available for rent in its environmentally friendly office at 28th Street and 7th Avenue. The library/conference room can accommodate up to 20 people around a table or 35 people auditorium style. Wireless internet, projector, screen, and a polycon conference phone system are all included. The conference room can be rented for $400 per day or $200 for half-day (4 hours or less). Not able to offer hourly rentals at this time. Contact Charlene Turner at info@cloudinstitute.org.

Rubin Museum of Art, dedicated to the arts and culture of the Himalayas on 17th Street and 7th Avenue offers elegant and versatile spaces for private events. Combining contemporary architecture and an unparalleled atmosphere, RMA is the perfect venue for events ranging from gala award dinners and intimate receptions to meetings and private gallery visits. The ground floor Colonnade space accommodates large receptions up to 500 and seated dinners up to 220; a stunning Spiral lobby accommodates 100 guests for receptions. In the lower level a state-of-the-art theater seats an audience of up to 140. Pricing subject to times and facilities used. Theater day rates start at $500 per hour, and private use of the museum after public hours starts at $5,000. RMA provides experienced event planning professionals ready to assist in coordinating every type of event. For more information visit rmanyc.org, email specialevents@rmanyc.org or contact Special Events at 212-620-5000, extension 294.

The Toy Museum of NY has a fully decorated museum space available for tutoring, small recitals, events, rehearsals, performances, conducting meetings or trainings. The room accommodates 24 people seated at training tables or auditorium style. Located in downtown Brooklyn near all major public transportation. Hourly rates range from $30-$150. Contact Marlene Hochman at 718-243-0820 or toymuseumny@gmail.com.

The Nuyorican Poets Cafe, 236 East 3rd Street (between avenues B and C) is available for meetings and private events. The 120-capacity space is equipped with tables, chairs, and a state of the art sound system. The artwork on the exposed brick walls changes monthly to feature local artists. A projector and large screen are also available and can connect to a DVD or laptop. Prices average around $200 per hour depending on technical requirements. For more information email info@nuyorican.org.

Center for Remembering & Sharing, at 123 4th Avenue, 2nd floor (between 12th & 13th streets), has two yoga/dance studios and a counseling/therapy room available for hourly rental to see clients, for meetings, workshops, rehearsals, photo shoots, film screenings, etc. The entire center is also available for rental for performances, benefits, receptions, etc. Amenities include A/C, wi-fi, and sound systems in each room, a video projection system and theatrical lighting in the large studio, and access to a small kitchen and private bathrooms. Rent starts at about $12/hour. For details, visit www.crsny.org, call 212-677-8621, or email chris@crsny.org.

DOROT, Inc., at 171 West 85th Street, offers the Susan Resnick Fisher Auditorium, a beautifully renovated space that seats up to 60 people and is available on evenings and weekends. A large illuminated sculpture graces the room. Ideal for business meetings, musical recitals and rehearsals, receptions, social events, benefits and celebrations. The use of a grand piano, music stands, microphones, podium, tables and chairs and accessibility to wi-fi are included in the rental price. Easily reached from both the 6th and the 7th avenue subway lines as well as the 86th Street cross-town bus. The Auditorium is wheelchair accessible. The cost is $200 an hour. Contact Judy Logan at 917-441-3753 or jlogan@dorotusa.org.

Taller Boricua / The Puerto Rican Workshop, on Lexington Avenue between 105 and 106 streets in the landmark Julia de Burgos Cultural Center, offers more than 6,000 square feet of indoor event / conference space, gallery meeting rooms and a full 175-seat theater with on-site management. The ground floor, large multi-purpose event / conference space is 2,050 square feet and can hold up to 150 people. Tables, chairs and various amenities are provided. Smaller meetings, press conferences, etc. may take place in one of four spacious ground floor art galleries, including one that doubles as a film screening room. The galleries are approximately 300 square feet and each can hold up to 30 people. The theater is on the second floor and has a wrap around greenroom, a box office and a balconied lobby. There are easily accessible elevators and a 24-hour security desk. Catering services are available in the area. Room rental rates range in price from $300 for a half-day in one of the galleries to $1,200 for the full-day multipurpose room. The spaces are fully functional and self-contained. Contact Irma Ayala at 212-831-4333 or contact@tallerboricua.org. Please reference NPCC in your email.

Bnai Zion Foundation, near Grand Central Station, has meeting space available that includes a state-of-the-art auditorium seating 200 theater-style or up to 150 at rounds, a gallery for 25 theater-style or for 20 at rounds or boardroom style. These areas are housed in a secure, kosher facility providing in-house catering and are available to rent for social, business, commercial, academic, or performances. Meeting rooms begin at $850 for the auditorium and $300 for the gallery. Contact Cheryl Bier at 646-485-7980 or cheryl.bier@bnaizion.org.

Sadie Nash Leadership Project has meeting space available in Brooklyn Heights. Approximately 600 square feet, (one small and one very large room, and possible storage); lots of windows facing north and west. Can be used between 9 am and 6 pm, Monday-Friday (except Wednesdays and Thursdays 4-6pm). Ideal for large or small meetings, classes, workshops, retreats, etc. $30/hour, negotiable depending on number of hours. Short or long term use acceptable. Contact Promiti Islam at promiti@sadienash.org or 718-422-8664.

The Conference Center at The New York Academy of Medicine offers 17,000 square feet of event and conference space located in a landmark building on Fifth Avenue and 103rd Street. Facilities include a recently renovated conference level, a 500 fixed-seat theatre-style auditorium, a wood-paneled board room and several multipurpose function rooms. Events, meetings and receptions can range in size from 20 to 500 persons on weekdays, week nights, weekends and holidays. The Center also offers comprehensive conference and event logistic management including pre-event organization, in-house audiovisual, travel planning and onsite event management. Room rental rates range in price from $300-$5,000, negotiable. Catering is provided by Sterling Affair. Details are at www.nyam.org/services/conference.shtml. Contact Francine Leinhardt at 212-822-7272 or fleinhardt@nyam.org.

Cultural Vistas, 440 Park Avenue South (between 29th and 30th streets), has a meeting room available for rent in its newly renovated facility. Equipped with 52” TV and DVD player and internet access. Can accommodate up to 55 people with row seating or up to 22 people board room style ($600 per full day/$300 per half day). It can also be closed in half to hold up to 20 people row style or 12 people board room style ($300 per full day/$150 per half day). Discount available for nonprofits. Only available for rental during normal business hours (9am -5pm), Monday-Friday. Contact Nina Rissmann at 212-497-3531 or nrissmann@culturalvistas.org.

Mount Manresa Jesuit Retreat House and Conference Center in Staten Island has five conference rooms with seating up to 120 people (wireless internet available). A 30-minute car ride from Manhattan and easily accessible by public transportation, Mount Manresa is a full-catering facility, located on ten-acres of lawns, with flowerbeds, shrines, and gazebo. Manresa offers affordable overnight accommodations for up to 100 people (suggested donation of $55 per night; $102 per person, includes one overnight with three meals). Day retreat/conference packages available, with coffee/cake and lunch for a suggested donation of $34 per person. Call Phyllis Brownfield at 718-727-3844, extension 211, or visit www.mountmanresa.org.

Dancewave has open studio space to rent (43 by 17 feet) in downtown Brooklyn. Seeking long-term rentals. Space is perfect for group meetings, classes, rehearsals and parties. Rental price is $30-45 per hour depending on group size and needs. Daytime slots before 4pm and some evening slots after 7pm are available. (Dancewave classes are primarily after school and Saturdays.) Studio is located one block from the Atlantic Avenue station on Fourth Avenue. Contact Veronica Carnero at 718-522-4696 or veronica@dancewave.org.

The Kimmel Center at New York University (60 Washington Square South at LaGuardia Place) is a professionally operated event venue providing multiple rooms with full in-house media production services including wireless internet service. Facilities include a 320 seat banquet hall, a 420 seat state of the art auditorium and 19 conference-breakout rooms with seating capacity from 20-150. Rates are $135 to $1,020 per 4-hour block. Catering is provided by Kimmel’s own Top of the Square Catering (www.topofthesquarecatering.com). Room details at www.nyu.edu/kimmel.center/reservable-rooms.html. Contact John H. Reiniers at 212-998-4920 or john.reiniers@nyu.edu.

Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Study Center, on Fifth Avenue between 13th and 14th Street, has newly renovated conference/meeting space for rent. Ideal for seminars, luncheons, conferences, meetings, talks, or classes. Space is light and airy, professional and has a kitchenette. $60 an hour, minimum 4 hours, negotiable. Call Susan Gerritt at 212-352-0004.

African Services Committee, at 429 West 127th Street between Convent and Amsterdam, has space available to rent on weekends and weekday evenings after 5pm. Rental costs: one hour for $125, half day for $400 and full day for $600, plus a staffing fee of $25 per hour. Pictures at http://africanservices.org/AboutUs_OurStaffAndBoard_EventSpace.htm. Contact Muna Hamouie at 212-222-3882, extension 101 or munah@africanservices.org.

The Association for Research and Enlightenment of New York at 241 West 30th Street (near Penn Station) has two meeting rooms for rent. The Meeting/Program Room can hold up to 75 people audience-style; a VHS/DVD player and monitor; can be set up with folding chairs, tables and a whiteboard and lectern with built-in sound system. It rents for $60 per hour, $350 per day. The Classroom, $20 an hour, $150 per day, holds 20 audience-style. Built-in whiteboard and optional DVD/VHS player and lectern. Half-day discounts can be negotiated for both spaces. Both include use of waiting room and warm-up kitchenette. Contact Lynne Miceli at 212-691-7690.

The NYS Podiatric Medical Association at 1255 Fifth Avenue (at 107th Street) has space available in a gracious boardroom accommodating up to 25. Facility features built-in screen for LCD projection and hook-up for your laptop and your projector. (This equipment can also be rented from them.) Nonprofit full day rates range from $200 to $500 depending on organization’s annual operating budget. Additional alcove for food and beverage is complimentary. Catering needs are easily arranged in area restaurants. Contact Jill R. Weiner at 212-996-4388 or jweiner@nyspma.org.

Subud New York, at 230 West 29th Street, in Manhattan, seeks nonprofit renters for its two meeting spaces on an occasional or regular basis. The upper hall consists of approximately 4,000 carpeted square feet and accommodates 303 people. It features a small elevated stage and sound system and can be set up with folding chairs and tables. The market rate for this room is $250 per hour, but they are actively looking to collaborate with groups whose ideas and interests dovetail with their own, so there may be some room for discussion and negotiation. A downstairs hall with wooden floors is 1,600 square feet. It comes with a cafe and food service area and is suitable for active groups who may want to serve, snacks or arrange their own catering. The going rate for the lower floor is $175 per hour with food and drink or $150 without. Again, open to some negotiation and give and take. Particularly interested in a regular Wednesday or Thursday evening occupancy. Also have good daytime availability and some weekend time, as well. Visit www.subudchelseacenter.com or email inquiries to subud.chelsea.center@gmail.com.

The Family Center offers meeting rooms at 315 West 36 Street, 4th Floor. Rooms accommodate up to 75 people: conference rooms ($75 per hour), board room ($150 per hour) and multipurpose rooms ($100-$175 per hour). State-of-the-art facilities feature full accessibility for persons with disabilities, wireless high-speed internet, access to audiovisual equipment and teleconferencing. Contact Debbie Duggan at dduggan@thefamilycenter.org or 212-766-4522, extension 165.

The House of the Redeemer (Fabbri Mansion) at 7 East 95th Street has space accommodating up to 100 participants for all types of events, such as meetings, workshops, seminars, and fund raisers. Special rates are offered for nonprofit organizations. Pricing starts at $250 for a small, day meeting and increases, depending on the group size and specific function, to a maximum of $2,250. Catering is available on premises. Contact Judi Counts at 212-289-0399 or jcounts@houseoftheredeemer.org. Visit www.houseoftheredeemer.org for more information and photos.

The Betty Kapetanakis Memorial Conference Room at the North Star Fund is available for meetings, receptions and workshops. The room accommodates 22 people with board room style table, and up to 75 for open room, receptions and events. Access to a full service pantry, gender-neutral bathroom, TV/ VCR, easel, flip charts, and phones provided. Nonprofit full-day rates range from $50-$300, based on size of group’s annual budget. Current NSF grantees may use the space free-of-charge; past grantees are charged a small fee. Located at 520 8th Avenue (between 36th and 37th streets). Contact North Star Fund at 212-620-9110 or room@northstarfund.org or visit www.northstarfund.org/about/our-offices.html.

The Trinity Conference Center, located in West Cornwall, CT, a two hour drive from midtown, exclusively serves nonprofit groups offering an executive level conference facility charging between $98 - $163 per person per night, double occupancy, for the complete meeting plan. Prices include meeting rooms, sleeping rooms, three meals a day, coffee breaks, AV, service charge, and use of all the facilities. Can accommodate 80 persons in 40 rooms. Located on the Housatonic river, a half-mile from a single lane covered bridge in the foothills of the Berkshire Mountains. Visit www.trinitywallstreet.org/center or contact Jon Denn at trinitycenter@optonline.net or 860-672-1000, extension 260.

Common Ground Community has several event spaces available for rent: The Top of the Times at the Times Square (43rd Street and 8th Avenue) features three landscaped rooftop terraces, a large dining/conference room and a spacious reception area that can accommodate up to 225 guests. The Prince George (28th Street between 5th and Madison avenues) offers a 4,000 square foot fully restored ballroom that can accommodate more than 300 guests. The Prince George Tea Room can accommodate up to 75 guests. Reduced not-for-profit rates and catering menus are available for all three spaces. Check out the spaces at www.princegeorgeballroom.org. To book the Top of the Times contact afigueroa@commonground.org or call 212-659-0879. To book the Prince George spaces contact eventspaces@commonground.org or call 212-471-0882.

University Settlement at the Houston Street Center offers a new, accessible, state-of-the-art facility with an array of rental options, including classrooms, conference rooms, a dance studio, and even the gymnasium or pool, for one-time and ongoing rental. Rooms range in price from $25 an hour and up. The double classroom can accommodate up to 70 people. The Houston Street Center is at 273 Bowery (corner of Houston). Info at www.universitysettlement.org/what/community_use.html or contact Alison Smith at 212-475-5008 or alisons@universitysettlement.org.

CEC ArtsLink has a conference room with a seating capacity for 25-30 people to rent for $500 (full day, 9-5) or a minimum of 2 hours for $150. Computer and video projection equipment available. Conference or auditorium setup. Located close to West 4th and Houston streets. Contact Megan Snowe at msnowe@cecartslink.org or 212-643-1985 extension 10.

Learning Leaders has space available for conducting trainings or meetings. One room accommodates 25 people ($40 per hour) and a second room accommodates 40 people ($45 per hour). The two rooms can be combined to accommodate 65 people ($50 per hour). Available weekdays between 9am and 5pm. Located in downtown Manhattan on Maiden Lane, convenient to all subway lines. Contact Greg Smith at 646-519-8341 or gsmith@learningleaders.org.

Bailey Farms Retreat and Conference Center, located in Westchester County, 45 minutes north of Manhattan, dedicated to supporting the work of nonprofit groups, offers space for day and evening meetings, as well as affordable accommodations for overnight retreats. The Farm setting is a converted Georgian stable set on 17 rustic acres. Bailey Farms can accommodate up to 30 people for day groups and up to 20 people for overnight or weekend groups. Discounted rates are offered for working nonprofit organizations and fellow NPCC members. Call 914-941-0411 or email baileyfarms@aol.com. Visit on the web at www.baileyfarms.org.

Meeting and conference facilities are available at the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center in its recently renovated facility at 208 West 13th Street between 7th and 8th avenues. Spaces range in size from 180 square feet to 2,000 square feet and are multi-purpose, with high ceilings and good daylight. Particularly interested in attracting other nonprofits in need of space for workshops, retreats and similar functions during the day on weekdays. Fees are based on room capacity and range from $15 per hour to $85 per hour. A selection of other equipment (audio-visual, sound amplification, etc.) available at reasonable rates. The Center is open 9am to 11pm, 7 days a week. To obtain a current rate sheet or to inquire about availability, email meetingspace@gaycenter.org.

The Actors Theatre Workshop has two rehearsal studios and a theater space ideal for meetings, seminars, conferences, or weekend workshops. Studio I is 22 by 19 feet, maximum occupancy 40. Studio II: 18 by 19, maximum occupancy 30. The Theater is 23 by 40 (20 by 18 stage area). Prices vary according to the event, and range from $20-75 per hour for the studios, and $35-150 per hour for the theater. Can accommodate short-term or long-term rentals. Located at 145 West 28th Street, (3rd floor) between 6th and 7th avenues. Contact Alexandra Brodman at rentals@actorstheatreworkshop.com or at 212-947-1386.

The New York Junior League, in a historic townhouse at 130 East 80th Street between Lexington and Park avenues, has various rooms for rent for full- or partial-day events. Can accommodate seated luncheons or dinners for 100 guests (2nd floor); 200 guests for a hors d’oeuvres and cocktail reception. Room rental rates range from $100 to $1,500. Most rooms have a decorative fireplace and large windows. Meals can be arranged for additional costs, as can audio/visual equipment. Contact Tony Lencsak at 212-606-0237 or tlencsak@nyjl.org.

The YWCA of Brooklyn has event and meeting space available to nonprofits at discounted rates. Nonprofits receive a 50% discount when renting event and meeting space during Monday through 6 pm Friday. Located in Downtown Brooklyn near all transportation; 10 minutes from Lower Manhattan. Spaces range from Memorial Hall, which accommodates 550 to various smaller meeting rooms that accommodate from 40 to 175 people. The discounted prices range from $750 for four hours in Memorial Hall to $37.50 per hour for the smallest board room. Call Gamage Umagiliya at 718-875-1190, extension 207.

The Neighborhood Preservation Center offers two meeting rooms for day, evening, and weekend use. The rooms (when combined accommodate up to 40 people) are available for $20 per hour, per room for all volunteer groups working toward the preservation and improvement of the urban environment and $30 per hour, per room for all other nonprofits. The Center is located in Manhattan's East Village at 232 East 11th Street, between 2nd and 3rd avenues. Call at 212-228-2781 or email meeting-rooms@neighborhoodpreservationcenter.org.

East End Temple, in an historic, newly renovated building is located at 245 East 17th Street, between Second and Third avenues. Classroom and meeting room space available Monday-Friday, 8am until 2pm. Social Hall and classrooms available for evening meetings. Social Hall (with access to kitchen), 90 people maximum is $650 for four hours. Classrooms (6) are $300 for each classroom for four hours. Contact Sharon Shemesh at info@eastendtemple.org or 212-477-6444.

Marble Collegiate Church has a variety of spaces available for rent for full-day or partial day events at 1 West 29th Street. Rooms are available Mondays-Fridays from 8am to 9:30pm and from 8am to 4pm on Saturdays. Room fees include set-up, break-down and cleanup. Spaces include a sanctuary seating 900 for $1,100, a hall seating 200 people for $500, and rooms seating 85 ($250) as well as rooms seating 15 people for $125. Meals can be arranged for additional costs, as can audio/visual equipment. For more information and guidelines, contact Stuart Cole at 212-686-2770, extension 418.

Space Wanted

pierStudios seeks a permanent home in Manhattan for its theater school for kids and professional adults; West Village location preferred. Needs 2,000-3,000 square feet; prefer high ceilings. Windows are not necessary. Price range $4-6.00 per square foot. Contact Peggy Lewis at peggylewis@pierStudios.com or 212-243-6638.

Women’s Initiative for Self Employment is looking for office space in Brooklyn or lower Manhattan for at least four people plus room for clients to come and go. Also needs a training room for evening classes twice a week, 3 hours at a time from 6-9pm. Ideally, this space is part of office, but could be separate. Need 3-4 desks; semi private meeting area that will accommodate frequent client meetings for enrollment purposes; private meeting area for face to face consultations; wi-fi ready; secure storage area for confidential client files, office supplies, laptops. Building must be accessible until 8pm or later and must be near major transportation. Contact Liz Hamburg at lhamburg@womensinitiative.org.

Project Youth Exposure seeks donated space, preferably in Manhattan or Downtown Brooklyn, for four people from Monday-Thursday. Contact Charles Fall at c.fall@projectyouthexposure.org. 

African Communities Together is seeking low-cost sublease or donated office space in West or Central Harlem, ideally near 116th and Frederick Douglass. Looking for space for 1-2 people ASAP, and potentially 3-5 over the longer term. Contact Amaha Kassa at amaha@africans.us or 347-921-2941.

Rebuilding Together NYC is seeking office/raw space in Brooklyn or Queens. The organization is flexible on location but ideally would like to relocate closest to areas affected by Hurricane Sandy. The organization needs space containing at least two private offices with space for five additional work areas with room to grow to ten staff members and requires meeting space (either within the space or shared). Storage and parking are desired but not required. Contact Rob Gallagher at gallagher.robert@gmail.com.

NOW-NYC is looking for a new office space in Manhattan to share space with a similarly-minded nonprofit, ideally a women's rights group. In this new office space, its subtenant would be allotted 1 to 3 offices and cubicle space. Rent would likely be no more than $3,000/month. Contact Brielle Nalence at brielle@nownyc.org, 212-627-9895.

Health Equity Initiative seeks donated or low cost unfurnished office space in Manhattan, with access to internet, phones, conference rooms and common services.  Needs to accommodate 3-4 people. Donated office space for at least 6 months is ideal. Contact Radhika Ramesh at programs@healthequityinitiative.org or 646-480-7690 extension 2.  

Helping Hands for the Disabled is seeking office space in which volunteers can work and clients can be met. Seeking free space, due to a limited budget, but are willing to negotiate. Contact Alice Crespo at 917-696-8115 or 718-606-9712 or hhdfornyc@aol.com.

YWAM NY (Youth with a Mission) seeks donated or low cost office space in a Manhattan location for five staff. Contact Matt McLoughlin at matt@ywamnyc.org or 646-389-9261.

St. Paul’s Center, a nonprofit community health center providing psychiatric services to persons suffering from chronic mental illness who are homeless or at risk for homelessness is seeking approximately 1,500 usable square feet at street level or with direct street access for monthly rent of $2,000-$3,000. The space should be in a safe neighborhood, close to public transportation. Need to have or be able to build out a reception/waiting area, a minimum of three private offices, a larger private room that can accommodate 10 people for meetings, and two restrooms. Contact Shari LaPayover at 212-695-3444 or shari@stpaulscenter.org.

The Maura Clarke - Ita Ford Center is seeking a long-term lease of 5-8 years for a space to run its programs in Bushwick, Brooklyn. Should be able to accommodate 100-125 participants from 9am-12pm and 60 participants from 12-2pm Monday to Thursday. Ideally the space would be ground floor, contain six classrooms of approximately 25' by 25', office space, restrooms, two ways of egress and an area for storing office supplies and other items. Total space should be about 6,000 to 8,000 square feet. Willing to share space with another agency if there are no schedule conflicts. If two (or more) of the classrooms have collapsible walls that would be a plus. Looking to relocate very soon and stay in Bushwick or the surrounding area to continue serving constituents. Contact Janet Marcic at jmarcic@mcifc.org or 718-452-0167.

Global Language Project seeks donated office space for three to four people in Manhattan. Space may be unfurnished, partially furnished, or furnished. Contact Angela Jackson at angela@globallanguageproject.org or 646-462-6947.

The Daughters of Isis Foundation, Inc. seeks donated, furnished office space in Brooklyn, with internet access, phones and copy machine for 1-3 people. Contact Simone Williams at isis1995@@netzero.com or 347-731-1721.

Services and Advocacy for GLBT Elders (SAGE) is seeking a medium to long term sublet for office and community gathering spaces in central Harlem. Ideal space would consist of 800 - 1,500 square feet with at least one or two private offices, cubicles or workstations, and a meeting space that can accommodate at least 25. Space and bathrooms must be ADA-compliant and senior-friendly. Looking to relocate immediately. Contact Alan Francisco-Tipgos at afrancisco-tipgos@sageusa.org or 212-741-2247, extension 222.

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