About Power of Community
Thursday, October 9, 2025, 11:30am-1pm
Ballard Elks Lodge
Join us for an inspiring fundraiser luncheon with stunning views, nourishing food, and legacy makers past and present as we celebrate 45 years of the PNA’s commitment to a stronger, more resilient community.
This year’s program focuses on celebrating our leaders: past, present, and future. Our Keynote Speaker, Colleen Echohawk, is a longtime indigenous leader and community builder in Seattle whose work has intersected with the PNA at many points during her career. Following her talk, we’ll celebrate our legacy makers by proudly presenting the inaugural PNA Community Legacy Maker Award to a standout community member whose service and impact embodies the heart of the PNA’s mission.
The Power of Community fundraiser supports the full breadth of PNA’s work – from the Greenwood Senior Center, Memory Loss, and Village programs to community meals and community spaces like the Phinney Center Campus and beyond! Your generosity helps us continue creating welcoming places and meaningful programs for all at every life stage.
Celebrate with Us!
Tickets are no longer available online, but you can still help us get to our goal of raising $100,000 to support PNA’s future!
If you would still like to purchase a ticket, please contact our Events Manager, Nicole at gro.r1760545668etnec1760545668yenni1760545668hp@le1760545668locin1760545668 and we will do our best to accommodate you.
Thank you for helping us make a lasting impact!
Keynote Speaker: Colleen Echohawk
Colleen Echohawk is a visionary leader, entrepreneur, and advocate for housing justice and Indigenous equity. She is Principal and Co-Founder of Headwater People Consulting and serves as Interim Executive Director of the Seattle Indian Services Commission, guiding new housing and community projects. Colleen previously led Chief Seattle Club and Eighth Generation, advancing affordable housing, economic mobility, and opportunities for Indigenous artists.
Event Schedule 2025
- 11:30 am – Registration and Mingling
- 12:00 pm – Family-style lunch and program begins
- Guest Speaker, Colleen Echohawk
- PNA Community Legacy Maker Award Presentation
- Call to Action
- 1pm– Event Ends
2025 PNA Community Legacy Maker Award Nominees
Legacy Makers Stories
A Grandfather’s Legacy: Bill Fenimore and the PNA’s Community Woodshop
Jan and Kerry: A Tandem Legacy
Wilma’s Lasting Impact: A Neighbor Shares Her Skills
Listening to the Call: Mary Lou Dickerson’s Lifelong Commitment to a Better World
Marguerite’s Bold Vision: The Enduring Impact of our Teacher, Neighbor, and Friend
Event Sponsors
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Era Living
Mechanics Bank
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Contact Information
6532 Phinney Ave N
Seattle, WA 98103
206.783.2244
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