Facility Use Guidelines – ISONET

The Islamic Society of New Tampa (ISONET) is committed to serving the religious, educational, and social needs of the Tampa Muslim community in accordance with the Qur’an and Sunnah. As a house of Allah, the masjid is open to the community; however, all facilities are owned and managed by ISONET, which is responsible for ensuring their proper use.

ISONET may approve the use of its facilities for events and activities that align with its mission and values. All requests are subject to review and approval by the Board or its designated representatives.

1. Event Requirements:

All activities must align with Islamic principles and comply with applicable local, state, and federal laws of U.S.

Events must be respectful of all recognized Islamic schools of thought and must not promote division or discrimination.

2. Use of Facilities:

Events must not interfere with daily prayers, classes, or scheduled masjid programs.

Facility use is intended for occasional events; ongoing or recurring use by outside organizations must be pre-approved by the board or designated management.

The facility must be left clean and in the same condition as it was provided.

Larger events are required to arrange their own cleaning and trash removal plan.

3. Event Requests & Promotion:

Facility Requests: Submit at least 2 weeks in advance via the facility request form.

Announcements: Requests (including Jummah announcements) must be submitted at least 1 week in advance.

Marketing Materials: Flyers and promotional content must be submitted for approval at least 2 weeks prior to the event.

Additional Requirements:

Approved organizations are responsible for the conduct and safety of their attendees.

A $100 refundable security deposit is required and will be returned if the facility is left clean and undamaged.

4. Insurance Requirement:

Organized events may be required to provide proof of liability insurance ($250,000 minimum) or complete an approved indemnification agreement, depending on the nature and size of the event.

5. Disclaimer:

All events and views expressed are those of the hosting organization and do not necessarily reflect the views of ISONET.

ISONET assumes no responsibility or liability for external events.

6. Policy Enforcement:

ISONET reserves the right to: Approve or deny any request at its discretion

Cancel or stop any event that violates these guidelines or lacks proper approval or documentation

Approved by the Board of Directors

Islamic Society of New Tampa (ISONET)