Welcome to Facility Rentals at Davis UMC
Davis United Methodist Church is glad to share our campus with community groups, nonprofits, families, and organizations whose activities align with our values of hospitality, justice, and community care. We offer several flexible indoor and outdoor spaces suitable for meetings, classes, celebrations, and community events.
Available Spaces
Sanctuary
- Appropriate for concerts, memorials, ceremonies
- Piano / organ available with approval
Fellowship Hall
- Flexible table/chair arrangements
- Kitchen access available (if applicable)
- Suitable for receptions, classes, community gatherings
Classrooms / Meeting Rooms
- Ideal for small groups, trainings, tutoring, workshops
- AV available upon request
Outdoor Courtyard / Grounds
- Suitable for small outdoor gatherings
- Shade and seating available
Amenities
- Wi‑Fi
- Tables & chairs
- AV equipment (projector, microphones, speakers)
- Restrooms
- Parking
- Accessibility‑friendly entrances and restrooms
Rental Rates
Rental rates vary depending on the type of event and the space requested.
- Church ministries: No charge
- Nonprofits / community partners: Reduced or cost‑recovery rate
- Private events: Standard rate
For current rates, please contact the church office.
How to Request a Space
Complete our Facilities Use Request Form and send the completed request form via E-mail to our Facility Use Coordinator at facility_use@davisumc.org.
Check the church calendar (click this link or view the calendar on the website main page) to see if your desired dates, times, and spaces you would like to request are available.
Our Office Manager will review your request and contact you within 1-2 business days.
Once approved, you will receive a Facility Use Agreement outlining:
- Approved spaces and hours
- Setup and cleanup expectations
- Fees and deposits
- Insurance requirements
- Policies regarding food, decorations, and building access
We will also ask you at that point to fill out the Facility Use Contract (linked below) to finalize the booking.
Policies & Expectations
Groups must follow all building access and safety guidelines.
Children must be supervised at all times.
Spaces must be returned to their original condition.
Outside vendors (caterers, performers, etc.) require prior approval.
We require proof of liability insurance naming the church as an additional policy holder for the day(s) of your event.
Please note that “close-in booking” is generally not possible at our church; we require sufficient lead time to approve your event and receive payment and a copy of your liability insurance policy. For bookings with less than one month notice, we encourage you to reach out to the Facility Use Coordinator expeditiously.
Once the Coordinator receives your request form, they will reach out to you to discuss your rental needs. It is important to note that at this point, your event is not yet approved.
Please note that events are not considered “scheduled” until (1) the event is approved by the church, (2) a signed Facility Use Contract is received in the office with a $150 security deposit, and (3) arrangements are made to send a copy of a liability insurance policy naming the church as an additional policy holder for the day(s) of your event.
Once your event is scheduled, you can then send the balance of fees due via check to the church. All fees (and insurance) should be in the office two weeks prior to the event. If fees are not paid in full and insurance is not on file, then entry to church spaces will be refused.
Contact Us
For questions or help choosing the right space:
Phone: 530‑756‑2170
Email: Facility Use Coordinator at facility_use@davisumc.org
Office Location: 1620 Anderson Road, Davis, CA (Office building is directly across from the sanctuary)