“30 years wilder” at our annual Auction & Dinner
Conservation Northwest / Feb 20, 2019 / Work Updates
Please join us for our 30th Anniversary Auction & Dinner on April 17, 2019.
by Sheena Wu, auction intern
Two-hundred feet off the ground, atop a Douglas fir, sat a man looking out over an expansive old-growth forest. He took in the natural beauty surrounding him, and wondered if his children’s children would have the opportunity to experience this breathtaking landscape, just as he was.
It was 1988, and he was one of the environmental movement’s “tree sitters” fighting to save wildlife and their habitat. But he saw the need for more—he wanted to connect diverse voices and work pragmatically for a wild Northwest.
That man was Mitch Friedman, and a year later in 1989, he took this “pragmatic idealism” and founded Conservation Northwest—at that time known as the Greater Ecosystem Alliance—in Bellingham. Since then, we have lead countless successes for local wildlands and wildlife. Today, Mitch continues to lead Conservation Northwest with a bold and innovative vision.
Conservation Northwest’s 30th Anniversary Auction & Dinner – Register today!
We will celebrate three decades of critical conservation work and another year of pragmatic successes at our biggest event of the year: Conservation Northwest’s 30th Anniversary Auction & Dinner. This year marks 30 years of connecting, protecting and restoring the wildlands and wildlife of the Pacific Northwest.
As we reflect on our record of progress, resilience and advocacy, we also look forward to another 30 years to come. Please join us in celebrating with our most dedicated supporters and community partners, longstanding and new, as we look ahead and choose a wild future. We are 30 Years Wilder… and we’re just getting started!
Registration is now open for Conservation Northwest’s 30th Anniversary Auction & Dinner, so mark your calendar for Wednesday, April 17, 2019 at 5:30 p.m. for an exciting evening at the Bell Harbor International Conference Center on the Seattle Waterfront. Enjoy a beautiful view of the Puget Sound while connecting with fellow conservationists, philanthropists, and local community and business leaders while enjoying dinner, wine and unique auction items donated by generous community supporters.
Connecting our Conservation Community
Our 30th Anniversary Auction & Dinner brings together a mix of Conservation Northwest’s new and long-time members in celebration of our shared successes over the past 30 years. You will also have the opportunity to connect with our staff and learn about how your continued commitment to our work will ensure a wild future for Northwest wildlands and wildlife.
In 2018, we raised more than $400,000 with the help of our top 300 wonderful supporters. This year, we hope to raise even more in order to continue our mission of keeping the Northwest wild! Every year your contributions help connect the big landscapes, restore iconic wildlife and protect our natural heritage for future generations. Register here to secure your spot of support on Wednesday, April 17, 2019.
If you would to like help in more ways than one, let us know! If you’re interested in volunteering at the event, hosting a table, or donating a unique item or fun and interesting experience, please visit the Auction website or contact the Auction team at auction (at) conservationnw.org or 206.675.9747 x 124.
We hope to see you there!
