Community Space Rental Information Sheet
Strut is the community building of San Francisco AIDS Foundation located at:
470 Castro Street, SF, CA 94114
San Francisco AIDS Foundation
Strut houses SFAF’s sexual health clinic as well as meeting rooms, a 3rd floor community swing space, and roofdeck lounge area.
Rental Times and Fees:
The 3rd floor community swing space and roof deck may be rented to outside organizations, groups, or individuals for meetings, parties, and social gatherings. The roof deck offers sweeping and iconic views of the famous Castro neighborhood.
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Sunday, 11 AM – 10 PM
$500/hr; non-profit rate ($350/hr)
Event must end at 9PM to allow 1 hour for clean-up
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Monday, 11 AM – 10 PM
$500/hr; non-profit rate ($350/hr)
Event must end at 9PM to allow 1 hour for clean-up
Deposit of $500 must be made within 2 weeks of booking confirmation. Full payment is due by event date.
Spaces Available for Rent:
- 3rd floor indoor space
- 3rd floor roof deck
- 3rd floor rear patio
Capacity:
Attendance maximums are based on how the space is set up. The 3rd floor swing space and rooftop have a capacity of 90 people in a mixture of sitting and standing room. An additional 40 people can be held on the 2nd floor.
Accessibility:
Elevator access, ADA-accessible restrooms, wheelchair-accessible entrances, accessible seating configurations, and service animal accommodations are available. Additional accommodations may be requested in advance. In addition, we have gender neutral bathrooms.
Parking & Transportation:
No on-site parking is available. Limited street parking is available nearby. Guests are encouraged to use MUNI, rideshare services, or other public transportation options.
Included with rental:
- Tables/chairs
- projector and screen
- microphone
- Wi-Fi
- A/V system
- roof deck access
- (2) on site staff members
SFAF staff will work with you on your event logistics.
Food & Beverages:
All food and beverages must be purchased and brought in by client/caterer. We have two preferred caterers to recommend:
- Taste Catering, 415-550-6464. Burlingame, CA
- Canela Bistro Bar, 415-552-3000. San Francisco, CA
No consumables or kitchen access are provided by Strut. Alcohol may be brought in and served during event times, but no alcohol may be sold. Open flames/candles are prohibited.
Additional Considerations:
- Rental requests are considered on a case-by-case basis and are not a guarantee of reservation.
- Rental requests must be made 6 weeks in advance of the preferred date, although quicker turnaround times may be possible on a case by case basis.
- SFAF staff will contact you within 1 week of submitting a rental request.
- Client will have an assigned SFAF staff liaison to assist in planning logistics, as well as two SFAF staff on-site during the event.
- All food, beverages, and supplies (like cutlery and decorations) must be brought in and out by the rental client.
- Rental client must assist SFAF staff in the set up, clean up, and breakdown of event.
- Rental client must abide by all rules and regulations of Strut.
Request the space
Tell us about your event and SFAF staff will contact you within 1 week. Please submit your request at least 6 weeks before your preferred date.