School, Nonprofit & Community Events | Educational, Service, Religious, & Cultural Gatherings

Premium Venue Space for Meaningful Moments in Education, Service & Community

At 440 Elm, we understand that schools, nonprofit organizations, and community groups each have unique needs when bringing people together for meaningful gatherings. Our historic landmark venue provides the versatile backdrop for a wide range of events—from school proms and graduation celebrations to nonprofit workshops and cultural heritage gatherings.

Whether you're planning a school function that creates lifelong memories for students, a nonprofit service program that advances your mission, or a community celebration that honors cultural traditions, our venue offers the perfect blend of inspiring architecture and practical functionality. With our grand Sanctuary ballroom accommodating up to 500 seated guests or 900 theater-style, flexible outdoor Plaza space, exposed-brick Parlor space for meetings of up to 100, and in-house culinary excellence from Bite Catering Couture, we create seamless experiences that elevate your purpose while simplifying the planning process.

Understanding Your School, Nonprofit & Community Needs

• Creating Memorable School Milestones: Educational institutions require venues that transform standard school functions into unforgettable experiences while ensuring student safety and appropriate environments. 440 Elm elevates school events—from proms and homecomings to graduation celebrations and academic honors—with spaces that combine sophistication with practical functionality. Our Sanctuary can accommodate up to 500 students for seated dinners or 900 in theater-style in our main ballroom or 1100 on property, while our flexible spaces allow for dancing, photo opportunities, and interactive activities with age-appropriate food and beverage service.
• Supporting Nonprofit Mission Activities: Nonprofit organizations need spaces that elevate their core service activities, from educational workshops to member meetings and volunteer training. 440 Elm provides a dignified, inspiring environment for these mission-critical gatherings. Our flexible spaces accommodate presentation-style setups for up to 300 attendees with professional audio-visual capabilities, while our in-house catering creates appropriately scaled food and beverage options—from working lunches to coffee service—that support productive engagement while meeting our venue requirements.
• Honoring Cultural Heritage & Traditions: Cultural organizations celebrate identity, preserve traditions, and strengthen community bonds through meaningful gatherings. 440 Elm provides an elegant backdrop for cultural celebrations that honor heritage while accommodating modern needs. Our spaces can be transformed to reflect cultural aesthetics, from vibrant Lunar New Year celebrations to elegant quinceañeras or traditional coming-of-age ceremonies. Our culinary team works closely with cultural organizations to create authentic menus that celebrate culinary traditions while our venue spaces support cultural performances, ceremonies, and multi-generational gathering needs.
• Hosting Faith Community Gatherings: Religious organizations seek versatile venues for worship services, ministry events, and cross-church collaborations. 440 Elm is uniquely positioned to host larger faith gatherings with our former church sanctuary that comfortably accommodates up to 900 attendees in theater-style worship seating. Our space provides excellent acoustics for worship teams and choirs, visibility for teaching and preaching, and flexible seating that supports various worship styles. Beyond services, our multiple spaces support fellowship meals, ministry fairs, and community outreach initiatives with catering options that respect diverse dietary practices and cultural traditions.
• Honoring Service & Achievement: Recognition is vital to schools and community organizations—whether celebrating academic excellence, honoring scholarship recipients, or acknowledging service contributions. 440 Elm creates a backdrop worthy of these accomplishments, with our historic architecture lending gravity and significance to these moments. Our elevated stage ensures award presentations are visible to all attendees, while our culinary team can craft meaningful dining experiences that reflect traditions or honorees' achievements, creating a complete celebration of excellence.