Facilities Rental

General Rules for Rentals

• Rental is at the sole discretion of the ISCC Board.
• No notices or invitations may be made until the Board confirms approval.
• Applications must be emailed to isccpaboard@yahoo.com.
• A reply will be given within 2 weeks.
• No alcohol, music, or dancing is permitted on ISCC property.
• Businesses or professionals for profit are not eligible to rent.
• Security is the responsibility of the event organizers.
• Certificate of Insurance is required. Renters must provide a Certificate of Insurance (COI) Naming the Islamic Society of Chester County as an additional insured for the event date. The certificate must show a minimum of $500,000 in liability coverage. The hall cannot be Rented without this certificate
• Deposit: $500 due at application.
• Payment: Full amount due 4 weeks prior to the event.
• Cancellation: Within 15 days of event = $500 cancellation fee.

Multipurpose Hall Details

Approved Uses

• Interfaith meetings
• Educational seminars
• Graduation events
• Iftars
• Weddings, Nikkah, receptions

Included Areas

• Multipurpose Hall
• Kitchen (limited use)
• RestroomsHours of Availability

Hours of Availability

• The hall is available for events between 2:00 PM and 11:00 PM. The rental period includes both the event, setup and cleanup.
• Not available Sundays, 10 AM – 1 PM (Sunday School hours).
• Activities must pause during prayer times.

Hall Usage Rules

• Serving of food is permitted (within guidelines).
• Damage Deposit: Refundable if no damage and cleanup is completed.
• Flyers require advance board approval (no posters/banners).
• Decorations:
  • Only free-standing allowed (nothing on walls/ceilings).
  • No confetti or glitter.
  • Must be removed post-event, or damage fee applies.

• Media:
  • Requires specific ISCC approval.
  • No photography/videography during prayers or private activities.

• Access restricted to rented areas only.

Kitchen & Catering Rules

• Kitchen may not be used for cooking.
• Refrigerator use limited to pre-approved items (e.g., cake, bottled water).
• All caterers must have a valid state license.
• All leftover food, utensils, and dishes must be removed after the event.

Setup, Cleanup & Equipment

• Included: Tables, chairs, food racks and serving spoons.
• Not included: Foil trays, burners, tablecloths, paper products, cutlery, decorations.
• Renter is responsible for:
  • Setup and breakdown of all tables, chairs, and equipment.
  • Removing trash to the dumpster.
  • Vacuuming and cleaning event areas.
  • Removing all personal items, food, and supplies.
• No food should be left in the fridge. And left overs in the fridge will result in deduction of deposit

ITEMS TO BRING FOR AN EVENT IN THE HALL

• Foil Trays to heat food
• Burners
• Table Covers
• Plates
• Bowls
• Spoons
• Forks
• Trash Bags (50-55 Gallon size)
• Napkins
• Foil Wrap
• Take out boxes or ziploc bags
• Food
• Water

Weddings & Nikaah

• Professional decorators may be used if they follow ISCC guidelines.
• Bride/Groom chairs, sofas and other setup in the Event Hall must be arranged through decorators.

Events Hall Charges

• The picnic area is available for such activities as permitted by ISCC: Picnics, community gatherings, fishing, barbequing.
• Rental is at the sole discretion of the ISCC Board, no notices or invitations should be made until board confirms the rental, all applications will be considered and a reply given within 2 weeks.
• Duration of rental includes set up and clean up time, any extension to that time will incur further fees.
• The area should be cleaned of trash, all personal property should be removed and the place left with no property damage.
• No utensils, chairs, tables are provided by ISCC, other than the outdoor furniture which is already present at the site.
• No dance/music/alcohol is permitted at the picnic area or on any part of ISCC property.
• There is a flat fee of $50 for the picnic area

Application Form