Start a Non-Profit

Name: Start a Non-Profit
Start: 2026-05-02
Location: The Meeting Spot & Cafe, 39840 Los Alamos Rd D7-D8

May

Date

2 May (Saturday)

Time

Sat, 12 – 2 PM

Venue

The Meeting Spot & Cafe, 39840 Los Alamos Rd D7-D8

Murrieta, CA, United States

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📝 Useful Information

To start a non-profit event in Murrieta, CA, you must navigate both city-specific permitting and state-level non-profit regulations. The process involves securing a Special Event Permit from the City of Murrieta and ensuring your organization is properly registered for charitable activities in California.

The City of Murrieta requires a Special Event Permit for any activity with over 25 people or that goes beyond typical day-use activities.

If you are representing a new or existing non-profit organization in California:

For direct assistance with the Murrieta permitting process, contact:

What is the primary goal of your event (e.g., fundraising, community awareness, or a gala), and approximately how many attendees are you expecting?

1. City of Murrieta Permitting Requirements

2. State Compliance for Non-Profits

3. Potential Event Venues in Murrieta

4. Key Contact

•Application Deadline: Submit your application at least 30 days before the event.

•Fees: A non-refundable application fee is required, often around $25.00 for basic events, but can be as high as $695.00 depending on the event type.

•Insurance: You must provide a Certificate of Liability Insurance naming the City of Murrieta as an "Additional Insured". Minimum coverage is typically $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate.

•Vendors: All event vendors must have a City of Murrieta Business License or a Temporary Vendor Permit ($12.88 fee).

•City of Murrieta Business License

•Specialized Permits: Additional approvals may be needed for:

•Amplified Sound: Details on stages and sound checks must be disclosed.

•Alcohol: Requires a state ABC permit and local approval; typically, only beer and wine are allowed at city parks.

•Food: Events with food concession booths must contact the Riverside County Health Department at least 30 days prior.

•Charitable Solicitation: Many local ordinances require charities to register or obtain a license to solicit donations.

•Attorney General Registration: You must register with the California Attorney General’s Registry of Charitable Trusts within 30 days of receiving your first assets.

•Raffles: If your event includes a raffle, you must register for the "charitable raffle season" and submit an annual report.

•Town Square Park and Amphitheater: Located at 11 Town Square; popular for community concerts and festivals.

•Town Square Park and Amphitheater

•Murrieta Public Library: Located at 8 Town Square; suitable for smaller educational or community giveaways.

•Murrieta Public Library

•Private & Specialized Venues:

•The Old Town Meeting Room: Professional meeting space at 24641 Washington Ave.

•The Old Town Meeting Room

•Harmony Estate: A large private event facility at 27220 Catt Road, often used for charity galas.

•Monteleone Meadows: Full-service venue specialized in fundraisers and banquets.

•Monteleone Meadows

•Special Events Coordinator: Laura Frasso