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Community Use Program


Created to ensure The Pine Grove Community House continues its historic role as a place for connection, learning, and community engagement, the Community Use Program (CUP) offers a reduced-cost option for hosting public events, meetings, activities, and gatherings that are not intended for private or personal financial gain.


Community Events, Shared Space, Collective Good

CUP welcomes local nonprofit organizations as well as private citizens who want to offer programs or activities for the Nehalem Bay area. It supports events that foster belonging, align with our mission, and are open and publicly promoted.

From cultural programs and lectures, to nonprofit fundraisers and wellness classes, these community-centered gatherings help keep our doors open to everyone.

The Community Use Program continues to evolve based on interest and our ability to support it responsibly. As a result, some aspects of the program may change.

Eligibility to qualify for CUP:

  • CUP activities are expected to be open and welcoming to everyone, with clear efforts made to promote the activity throughout the community. 

  • CUP activities are designed to benefit the community and are not intended to generate private, personal income, or personal promotion.

  • Funds may be collected to cover basic expenses such as the operational fee, preset speaker or entertainer fees, and necessary supplies. Any proceeds collected beyond expenses must support a local nonprofit organization and may not be for personal gain.

  • A donation of net profits to The Pine Grove is welcome and helps us continue to offer our Community Use Program to nonprofit organizations and individuals in the area while preserving our historic building.

  • Examples of Community Use Programs here.

  • Please note private events such as birthdays, retirements, and celebrations of life are not eligible for the Community Use Program. Visit pinegrovegatherings.com for information on renting The Pine Grove for these events. 

Cost, Operational Fee, & Insurance:

  • A flat rate of $50 provides up to three hours of facility use.

  • Additional hours may be added at a rate of $20 per hour.

  • The fee includes the first hour of cleaning.

  • Membership discounts do not apply to the Community Use Program.

  • CUP activities can be scheduled on weekdays (Mon–Thu, non-holidays), and may be reserved up to six months in advance.

  • The Pine Grove reserves one weekend or holiday CUP reservation per month for a local registered nonprofit, offered on a first-come, first-served basis and bookable up to twelve months in advance.    

  • The host is responsible for complying with OLCC regulations.

  • Insurance is required when alcohol is served. See policy here.

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