Church of Scientology Announces the Fort Harrison’s Facilities Available for Events

CLEARWATER, Fla., Sept. 15, 2016 -- The Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization announced that the Historic Fort Harrison’s facilities are available for charities and non-profit organizations to hold their own events and fundraisers free of charge. The Fort Harrison is the International Religious Retreat for the Church of Scientology.

The Church of Scientology Flag Service Organization’s Fort Harrison is available for charities and non-profit organizations to hold their own events. The Fort Harrison has held over 500 community events, including a 2015 concert in celebration of Clearwater’s Centennial (shown here in the Fort Harrison’s auditorium), since its top to bottom restoration in 2009.

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“We care a lot about what is going on in the community. Charities and non-profits are there on the front lines helping others with their many tribulations in life,” said Dylan Pires, the Community Affairs Director for the Church of Scientology in Clearwater. “We want to help them advance their organization.”

The Fort Harrison has several venues that are available for use.

The Crystal Ballroom is on the 10^th floor, replete with its Bohemian Crystal chandelier, sound system and outdoor terrace. It is ideal for banquets, brunches, musical performances and luncheons.

The Auditorium houses larger events, seating 300 guests comfortably. Set up with a state of the art lighting system and sound system, it provides a professional event experience.

“We know that holding events can be rewarding but also very stressful,” continued Mr. Pires. “That’s why we provide our facilities for non-profits to use for their events.”

Such events at the Fort Harrison include piano concerts, the Gentlemen’s Ball Against Human Trafficking, the Clearwater Community Garden Brunch and “Paws for a Cause,” a dog fashion show benefitting the Humane Society of Tampa Bay.

For more information on using the Historic Fort Harrison for your charity or non-profit organization, please contact the Community Affairs Director at [email protected]. 

About the Fort Harrison Religious Retreat:

Since its construction in 1927, the Fort Harrison has been the home to many charitable events and community organizations. The Fort Harrison’s current owner, the Church of Scientology, has hosted over 500 community events there since its top-to-bottom restoration in 2009. The Scientology religion was founded by humanitarian and philosopher, L. Ron Hubbard and incorporated in 1954. It has since expanded to more than 11,000 churches, missions and affiliated groups in 167 nations. To learn more, visit www.scientology-fso.org.

Dylan Pires
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