Community Use Bridge

📢 CUPF Early Closure Announcement | October 9

Published: October 9, 2025

The Office of Community Use of Public Facilities will be closing early on Thursday, October 9, due to an all-staff meeting. Regular operating hours will resume on Friday, October 10, 2025.

Have Questions?

If you have any questions or concerns, please call CUPF Customer Service at 240-777-2725, or send an email to CUPF at: cupf@montgomerycountymd.gov

Thank You

Thank you for using public facilities for community events and activities!

‼️Important Update‼️| Double Charges on ActiveMONTGOMERY Payment Plans

Published: October 6, 2025

The Office of Community Use of Public Facilities was made aware of a processing issue that affected some of our ActiveMONTGOMERY customers with a payment plan scheduled for Wednesday, October 1, 2025. Customers with a payment plan scheduled for Oct. 1 may have been charged twice.

Refunds for any overcharges have been processed. No action is needed at this time. The duplicate charge refund will be reflected on your card within the next 2-5 business days. If you have not received a refund by Wednesday, October 15, please contact info@activemontgomery.org.

Thank You

Thank you for using public facilities for community events and activities!

📢Getting Ready for November 1 - CUPF Opening Day Reservations | Outdoor School Facilities

Published: October 6, 2025

📢 Quick Reminder: Effective July 1, 2025, CUPF has implemented a new fee structure designed to better reflect the services we provide to the community. Full details of the updated fee structure are available at: Important Reminder: New Fee Structure Implementation Starting July 1.

Outdoor School Reservations

Saturday, November 1, 2025, is opening day to request online reservations of school artificial turf fields, as well as other outdoor school facilities for dates of use December 1 through March 14. It all begins online at 6:30 a.m.

This includes artificial turf fields, school parking lots, tennis courts, and select outdoor basketball courts. As a reminder, natural grass fields are closed for seasonal rest or preparation from December 1 - March 14.

Reservation Information

Visit www.ActiveMONTGOMERY.org to reserve space for your activities!

New ActiveMONTGOMERY Reservation Process

How to request an outdoor basketball court for an event.

Step 1: After signing into ActiveMONTGOMERY.org, select the "Facility Reservation" thumbnail.

Step 2: On the next page, select the "Basketball Outdoor" thumbnail.

How to request an outdoor tennis court for an event.

Step 1: After clicking on "Facility Reservations" at the ActiveMONTGOMERY.org home page, select the "Tennis Outdoor Courts" thumbnail.

How to request an artificial turf field for an event.

Step 1: After clicking on "Facility Reservations" at the ActiveMONTGOMERY.org home page, select the "Fields" thumbnail.

Step 2: After clicking on "Fields", select the "School Fields" thumbnail.

Step 3: Please note, after selecting the "School Fields" thumbnail, a user will have the option to select a field location.

For more information regarding athletic fields go to Montgomery County Athletic Fields.

Reserving a Parking Lot

Step 1: After clicking on "Facility Reservations" at the ActiveMONTGOMERY.org home page, select the "Parking Lots" thumbnail.

Permits for school parking lots are available for request by using ActiveMONTGOMERY. A permit is required for all non-school activities including meals distribution, exercise classes and any other organized activity.

Helpful Hints to Prepare

Ensure that your account for the NEW ActiveMONTGOMERY.org software is active with a current login and password. Read more...
Organizations should ensure that the account login and password is available to whomever in the organization has been given the authority to reserve public facilities on their behalf.
Only a single member of each organization can be logged into the organizational account at one time in order to reserve facilities.
Individual / personal accounts may not make facility reservations on behalf of an organization.
Payment is due at the time of the reservation.

Have Questions?

If you have any questions or concerns, please call CUPF Customer Service at 240-777-2725, or send an email to CUPF at: cupf@montgomerycountymd.gov

Thank You

Thank you for using public facilities for community events and activities!

🚨Coming Soon!🚨 | October 15, Opening Day Reservations for Public Library Meeting Rooms

Published: September 15, 2025

Updated: October 6, 2025

Public Library Meeting Rooms

Wednesday, October 15, 2025, is opening day to request use of Montgomery County Public Libraries meeting rooms for dates of use: January 1 through June 30. It all begins online at 6:30 a.m.

Reservation Information

Visit www.ActiveMONTGOMERY.org to reserve space for your activities!
Room use fees have been waived for dates of use on or after July 1, 2025
Hourly staff costs, such as building services and security, may apply
Groups are restricted to only two uses per month at the same facility

For additional information, go to Community Use of Public Libraries Reservations (montgomerycountymd.gov).

ActiveMONTGOMERY Reservation Process

How to request a public library meeting room for an event.

Step 1: After signing into ActiveMONTGOMERY.org, select the "Facility Reservations" thumbnail.

Step 2: On the next page, select the "Meeting Rooms" thumbnail.

Step 3: The final step on the next page will include, selecting the "Library Meeting" thumbnail.

Helpful Hints to Prepare

Ensure that your account for the NEW ActiveMONTGOMERY.org software is active with a current login and password. Read more...
Organizations should ensure that the account login and password is available to whomever in the organization has been given the authority to reserve public facilities on their behalf.
Only a single member of each organization can be logged into the organizational account at one time in order to reserve facilities.
Individual / personal accounts may not make facility reservations on behalf of an organization.
Payment is due at the time of the reservation.

Have Questions?

If you have any questions or concerns, please call CUPF Customer Service at 240-777-2725, or send an email to CUPF at: cupf@montgomerycountymd.gov

Thank You

Thank you for using public facilities for community events and activities!

Quick Tips: Getting Ready for CUPF Opening Day Reservations, Indoor School Facilities | User Guidebook Links

Published: August 11, 2025

Friday, August 15, 2025, is opening day to reserve indoor school facilities for dates of use during the upcoming MCPS School Year. This includes gymnasiums, cafeterias, classrooms, and other indoor facilities.

For more step-by-step information, go to Let the Countdown Begin! August 15, Opening Day Reservations | Indoor School Facilities. It all begins online at 6:30 a.m.

Log into ActiveMONTGOMERY.org!!

All users should familiarize themselves with the User Guidebook and Facility Use License Agreement.

The School Facilities User Guidebook is a resource outlining what school facilities may be used for, what is expected of community user groups, how to reserve school facilities, and what to expect when using a school facility. The Facility Use License Agreement (FULA) is an important document to be familiar with when using public facilities.

User Guidebook Quick links

1) School Facilities User Guidebook and Agreement

Upcoming Opening Day Reservations

Tuesday, October 15, 2025, is opening day to request use of Montgomery County Public Libraries Meeting Rooms for dates of use January 1 through June 30. It all begins at 6:30 a.m.!!

Thank you

Thank you for using public facilities for community events and activities! Please reach out to our team of professionals with any questions you may have. Click here to contact CUPF Customer Care - We Are Here to Help!

Community Use Update | August 1, CUPF Early Closure Announcement

Published: July 31, 2025

CUPF Early Closure

On Friday, August 1, 2025, at 3 p.m. CUPF offices will close early due to a staff event. We will resume normal business hours on Monday, August 4, 2025.

Thank you

Off the CUPF New Podcast Episode(s) Alert! | Checkout Our Latest Episodes and NEW Look!!

Published: July 18, 2025

Off the CUPF Podcast

To all of our amazing listeners - thank you for being part of the Off the CUPF journey! We've got some exciting new podcast episodes to checkout. If you are just now tuning in, now's the perfect time to catch up and download our latest episodes. As a reminder, listeners can download our podcast on all available platforms. Don't forget to follow us!!

New Look!!

Podcast Episodes

🔥Click on Season 1, Episode 7 to listen to the podcast.

🔥Click on Season 1, Episode 6 to listen to the podcast.

🔥Click on Season 1, Episode 4 to listen to the podcast.

Thank you

Thank you for using public facilities for community events and activities! Thank you for listening!

July 17, Community Use Update | Allowances for Cancellations Due to Heat Advisory

Published: July 17, 2025

Groups May Self-Determine Cancellation

Due to a heat advisory predicting temps under the heat index near 105 degrees, CUPF is giving permit holders the option to cancel their permits for community use on Thursday, July 17, 2025, and receive a refund for fees paid. This applies to permits for indoor and outdoor spaces. Additional dates may be added as the week progresses.

Cancellation fee(s) will be waived. Refunds will only be issued for hours of use not used by the group. Refunds will only be issued if CUPF is notified as outlined below.

Groups should notify CUPF with as much advanced notice as possible by submitting a cancellation request at Reservation Amendment Form.

If a group decides on the day of the scheduled activity that they wish to cancel OR if a group arrives at a facility and finds it too hot to hold their activity, groups MUST call CUPF as follows to receive a refund:

Mon-Fri, 8:30a-5:00p, call 240-777-2725
Evenings and weekends, call 240-490-2873

Rescheduling

Groups may feel free to reschedule any use canceled due to heat allowances. Rescheduling should be done online via ActiveMONTGOMERY.org with at least 7 days advanced notice.

Thank you

Thank you for using public facilities for community events and activities!

On the Horizon: CUPF's New Simplified Fee Structure for Indoor School Facilities

Published: July 8, 2025

Fee Structure Highlights

On August 25, 2025, the Office of Community Use of Public Facilities will be implementing a new simplified fee structure for indoor school facilities. Instead of seven fee categories with eleven fee charts, there are now three fee categories, each with a single simplified chart—Categories A, B, and C.

Some highlights of additional changes include:

Room use fees have been eliminated at schools for Parent-Teacher Associations as such use will now be considered MCPS/school internal use
Classrooms in schools for after-school enrichment increased by $2.00 per hour for non-profit use
The cost of auditorium facilities for weekend use by non-profit organizations increased from $160.00 to $176.00 per hour

For more detailed information, go to Coming Soon! Fee Structure Changes for Community Use of Public Facilities.

Off the CUPF Podcast

This podcast episode is the first of many discussions regarding CUPF's New Simplified Fee Structure. Listen as CUPF Director, Ramona Bell-Pearson and CUPF Communications and Outreach Specialist, Derek Ross, jump start the discussion regarding CUPF's New Fee Structure. In this podcast, Ramona and Derek will be joined by CUPF Financial Administrator, Vanessa Lopez-Cuevas.

To listen, click here: Episode 4 | CUPF's New Simplified Fee Structure | Discussion and Informative Session. As a reminder, for your listening pleasure, Off the CUPF Podcast Episodes are available on all major platforms.

Have Questions?

If you have any questions or concerns, please call CUPF Customer Service at 240-777-2725, or send an email to CUPF at: cupf@montgomerycountymd.gov

Thank you

Thank you for using public facilities for community events and activities!

Coming August 2025 | New Simplified Fee Structure for Athletic Fields

Published: July 8, 2025

Fee Structure Highlights

On August 16, 2025, the Office of Community Use of Public Facilities will be implementing a new simplified fee structure for athletic fields. Instead of seven fee categories with eleven fee charts, there are now three fee categories, each with a single simplified chart—Categories A, B, and C.

Some highlights of additional changes include:

Natural grass athletic fields increased by $5.00 per hour to align with Montgomery Parks athletic field rates for non-profit groups
Synthetic turf athletic fields increased from $125.00 to $138.00 per hour for non-profit groups

For more detailed information, go to Coming Soon! Fee Structure Changes for Community Use of Public Facilities.

Off the CUPF Podcast

Have Questions?

If you have any questions or concerns, please call CUPF Customer Service at 240-777-2725, or send an email to CUPF at: cupf@montgomerycountymd.gov

Thank you

Thank you for using public facilities for community events and activities!

Important Reminder: New Fee Structure Implementation Starting July 1

Published: June 27, 2025

Updated: June 30, 2025

Fee Structure Highlights

Effective July 1, 2025, the Office of Community Use of Public Facilities will be implementing a new simplified fee structure. Instead of seven fee categories with eleven fee charts, there are now three fee categories, each with a single simplified chart—Categories A, B, and C.

For more detailed information, go to Coming Soon! Fee Structure Changes for Community Use of Public Facilities.

Some highlights of additional changes include:

Room use fees eliminated at Montgomery County Public Libraries
Room use fees eliminated at some other County Government facilities

Fee Structure, Government Buildings

Public Libraries Meeting Rooms

Room use fees are waived for dates of use on or after July 1, 2025
Hourly staff costs, such as building services and security, may apply
Groups are restricted to only two uses per month at the same facility

Police Station Meeting Rooms

Room use fees are waived for dates of use on or after July 1, 2025
Hourly staff costs, such as building services and security, may apply
Groups are restricted to only two uses per month at the same facility

Gray Brick and Red Brick Courthouse Meeting Rooms

Fees are waived for dates of use on or after July 1, 2025
Hourly staff costs, such as building services and security, may apply
Groups are restricted to only two uses per month at the same facility

Council Office Building (COB) and Executive Office Building (EOB)

Fees are waived for dates of use on or after July 1, 2025
Hourly staff costs, such as building services and security, may apply
Groups are restricted to only two uses per month at the same facility

Off the CUPF Podcast

Have Questions?

If you have any questions or concerns, please call CUPF Customer Service at 240-777-2725, or send an email to CUPF at: cupf@montgomerycountymd.gov

Thank you

Thank you for using public facilities for community events and activities!

June 23, Important Community Use Update | Allowances for Cancellations Due to Extreme Heat

Published: June 23, 2025

Updated June 25, 2025: Due to the forecasted extreme heat, CUPF will extend the cancellation offer to Wednesday, June 25, 2025.

Groups May Self-Determine Cancellation

Effective immediately, CUPF will honor cancellations and provide a full refund for all indoor and outdoor facility use on dates where there is an extreme heat warning. This applies to use from Monday, June 23, 2025, through Tuesday, June 24, 2025. Additional dates may be added as the week progresses.

*Important Update: Cancellation offer has been extended to Wednesday, June 25, 2025.

Cancellation fee(s) will be waived. Refunds will only be issued for hours of use not used by the group. Refunds will only be issued if CUPF is notified as outlined below.

Groups should notify CUPF with as much advanced notice as possible by submitting a cancellation request at Reservation Amendment Form.

Mon-Fri, 8:30a-5:00p, call 240-777-2725
Evenings and weekends, call 240-490-2873

Rescheduling

Groups may feel free to reschedule any use canceled due to heat allowances. Rescheduling should be done online via ActiveMONTGOMERY.org with at least 7 days advanced notice.

Thank you

Thank you for using public facilities for community events and activities!

Let the Countdown Begin! August 15, Opening Day Reservations | Indoor School Facilities

Published: June 23, 2025

Updated: June 27, 2025

📢 Quick Reminder: Effective July 1, 2025, CUPF will be implementing a new fee structure designed to better reflect the services we provide to the community. Full details of the updated fee structure are available at: Important Reminder: New Fee Structure Implementation Starting July 1.

Opening Day Reservations

Friday, August 15, 2025, is opening day to request online reservations of indoor school facilities for dates of use during the upcoming 2025-2026 Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) School Year.

Indoor school facilities include gymnasiums, classrooms, cafeterias, and other indoor facilities. It all begins online at 6:30 a.m. Log into ActiveMONTGOMERY.org!!

ActiveMONTGOMERY Reservation Website

How to request an indoor school facility for an event.

Step 1: After signing into ActiveMONTGOMERY.org, select the "Facility Reservations" thumbnail.

Step 2: On the next page, select the thumbnail that corresponds to the indoor facility that will be requested.

Step 3: After selecting the "Auditoriums" thumbnail, on the next page, select the "MCPS Auditoriums" thumbnail.

As a reminder, after selecting the "Classrooms" thumbnail, the next page will provide school classroom locations separated into three different categories shown below.

After selecting the "Gymnasiums" thumbnail, on the next page, select the "School Gyms" thumbnail.

Upon selection of your preferred thumbnail, the user will gain access to additional information that will help them complete an online reservation form that will be reviewed by CUPF staff. Once submitted through the ActiveMONTGOMERY portal, a follow-up email will be provided notifying the user that their online reservation request is under review.

Visit www.ActiveMONTGOMERY.org to reserve space for your activities!
For Large Events at school facilities, click here to submit an application for review.

Helpful Hints to Prepare

Ensure that your account for the NEW ActiveMONTGOMERY.org software is active with a current login and password. Read more...
Organizations should ensure that the account login and password is available to whomever in the organization has been given the authority to reserve public facilities on their behalf.
Only a single member of each organization can be logged into the organizational account at one time in order to reserve facilities.
Individual / personal accounts may not make facility reservations on behalf of an organization.
Payment is due at the time of the reservation.
All users should familiarize themselves with the Facility Use License Agreement (FULA) on the CUPF Resources page.

Have Questions?

If you have any questions or concerns, please call CUPF Customer Service at 240-777-2725, or send an email to CUPF at: cupf@montgomerycountymd.gov

Thank You

Thank you for using public facilities for community events and activities!

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