How UofL Conference Center Partners with Local Nonprofits for Community Success

National Nonprofit Day is a moment to recognize the organizations that strengthen and uplift our community. Your work inspires us at UofL's Shelby Campus Conference Center, and we’re proud to support your mission with event spaces that are seamless, stress‑free and designed for impact.

Nonprofit Events We Support 

Whether you’re planning a conference, training, retreat, fundraiser or celebration, our team is here to help your event shine. Nonprofits regularly partner with us for: 

• Chapter and board meetings 
• Conferences and annual meetings 
• Retreats 

• Trainings and workshops 

• Gala celebrations 

Amenities That Support Your Mission 

Every nonprofit event at the UofL Conference Center at Shelby Campus includes:

• Event spaces for any size – from intimate meeting rooms to rooms that accommodate up to 500 guests 

• Affordable room rental rates and catering options

• Free parking located adjacent to the conference center 

• Complimentary wireless internet 

• Projector, screen and microphone with on‑site technology support

• Conveniently located on Shelbyville Road and Hurstbourne Pkwy by I-64

• A welcoming, professional environment

These resources allow your team to focus on your mission while we handle the details.

Looking for a permanent home for your nonprofit? We also offer affordable office space for lease on Shelby Campus, giving organizations convenient access to meeting rooms, event spaces, free parking and campus amenities all in one location. 

Why Nonprofits Choose UofL 

At UofL Shelby Campus, you get more than a beautiful meeting space - you gain a team that genuinely cares about supporting your work. Our nonprofit clients trust us with their events because we know how to make planning easy while helping organizations stay within budget.

Here's what sets us apart:

• Affordable event options. We offer competitive rates and catering packages that can be customized to fit any type of budget.
• Dedicated event coordination. Every event at the UofL Conference Center includes an experienced event coordinator helping you through planning, answering questions and making sure every detail is covered before your event begins.
• Complete setup and teardown. Our team sets up your event space before guests arrive and handles cleanup afterward, allowing your staff to focus on your event instead of logistics.
• Convenient, all-in-one experience. From planning room layouts, picking out catering, providing technology support and parking, everything is provided.
• A trusted community partner. We proudly work with nonprofit organizations throughout the Louisville area and are committed to helping them create meaningful events that support their missions.

What Our Nonprofit Partners Say 

Nonprofit organizations across Kentucky choose our Conference Center for its convenient location, attentive staff and stress-free event experience. Here's what a few of our partners have shared after hosting their events with us.

“The space fit our needs and the location was ideal. We were also pleased that the Founders Building was easy to get to, was ADA-compliant, and had free parking.”
- National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD)

“The facility was just what was needed for the conference. It was clean, rooms easily accessible, staff was friendly and helpful and willing to assist in every way.”
- Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs

“The space was very clean, and everything was set up and ready for us when we arrived. The IT Support person, Angela, was very helpful during our event!”
- KY Office for Children with Special Health Care Needs

Plan Your Next Nonprofit Event

Whether your organization is hosting a conference, meeting, training or fundraiser, the UofL Conference Center at Shelby Campus is here to help. Contact us through our inquiry form to learn more about how we can help you plan your next successful event.