Amherst Youth Foundation Hours
The Amherst Youth Foundation has staff available from 9am-1pm every Monday-Friday to answer your calls with questions about rentals.
Schedule a Tour of the Building
If you would like to schedule a tour of the Youth and Family Center we’d be happy to show you around. Tours are available by appointment between 9am-1pm Monday-Friday.
Call (716) 633-6773 to schedule a tour today!
If you would like to book your event, you may find Rental Request paperwork and further info at
Note
Alcohol is NEVER permitted at events where there are persons under the age of 21 in the building; there are no exceptions no matter what type of family celebration it is. If alcohol is desired at your organizational fundraising or large-scale event, a caterer with an existing alcohol permit is required to be involved. AYF will not sign Beer & Wine one-day event permits for fundraisers.
Organizational renters will provide a Certificate of Insurance naming the Amherst Youth Foundation as an insured or additional insured in an amount satisfactory to the Amherst Youth Foundation. Private rentals must provide proof of homeowners/renters liability insurance that is valid for the date of the rental. This can be obtained from your agent at no cost. There are no exceptions to this policy
No rental can be confirmed until all paperwork and at least a deposit is submitted. The rental must be paid for in full at least two weeks prior to your event or your rental is automatically cancelled.
We look forward to working with you!
The Amherst Youth Foundation is an independent not for profit 501(c)3 organization.
The Amherst Youth Foundation
5005 Sheridan Drive
Williamsville, New York 14224
716-633-6773
Facility Rentals
Youth & Family Center
The Youth and Family Center at 5005 Sheridan Drive in Williamsville, New York is the former Hutchison Hose Fire Company. The Amherst Youth Foundation acquired the building in 2005. The former fire hall now stands as a location to serve and empower youth and their families. The Youth and Family Center is currently home to more than four regular renters, including the Town of Amherst’s Afterschool Program.
Rental Rates
One rental space is $50 per hour to rent. If the mini-gym or pavilion is added in, the rental is $60 per hour. If the Main Hall & Coffeehouse are both rented, the rental cost is $75 per hour. It is $100 an hour to rent both sides PLUS the mini-gym.
Hourly rates apply to set up and clean up time for your event.
What Your Rental Includes
Rentals include a building supervisor who will assist you during your rental. They will be available to help you set up for your event, adjust the heating or cooling, and empty trash as needed.
In addition, you will have access to a full service kitchen, which includes ovens, sinks, stoves, ice, and a walk-in cooler. 15 long tables are also available with over 200 chairs of varying colors (red and black). If you wish to reorganize the center beyond how it is currently set up, more rental time would be required.
You are not permitted use of the dishwashers or any beverage equipment (including coffee machines, etc.).Rentals do NOT include linens, food, music, computer equipment or other electronic devices (with the exception of the TV in Melissa’s Coffee House). You will not be permitted to enter the building prior to your rental time.
Rental Spaces
Main Hall
The Main Hall at the Youth and Family Center provides a great open space for large parties, fundraisers, meetings and more! This large banquet size room can seat up to 200 with long tables and a dance floor, or up to 300 people standing.
Melissa’s Coffee House
Melissa’s Coffee House is a small, fun and comfortable room. It has colorful walls, a bar, couches, a big screen TV, a pool table, an arcade game and several small coffee house tables and chairs. The coffee house can comfortably accommodate 45 people at it’s maximum while seated and is a great space for smaller gatherings. Furniture can easily be rearranged with the exception of the pool table.
Mini-Gym
The former truck bay was converted into a mini gym in the winter of 2008. The gym is great for kid’s parties, or sporting activities.
The gym must be rented in addition to another space due to gym access and bathroom facilities which are located outside of the gym. YOU MUST PROVIDE ADULT SUPERVISION in the min-gym at all times.
Pavilion
The Pavilion behind the Youth and Family Center is great for outdoor events! Its large roof and side lawn are great for picnics or parties!
The pavilion must be rented in addition to another space due to the lack of outdoor bathroom facilities. There is no electricity at the Pavilion so daytime rentals only.