PNW22 Illuminate

Travel and Lodging for the PNW22 In-Person Member Retreat

We are looking forward to seeing you in person at our Member Retreat this October 11-13, 2022 at the University of Washington Seattle campus. This page covers everything you need to know about the venue, hotel, transportation and parking. 

Venue

The In-Person Member Retreat will take place at wǝɫǝbʔaltxʷ – Intellectual House, a longhouse-style facility at the University of Washington (UW) Seattle campus. The mission of wǝɫǝbʔaltxʷ – Intellectual House is to increase American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) students’ success at UW by preparing them for leadership roles in their tribal communities and the region.  wǝɫǝbʔaltxʷ – Intellectual House comes from the Lushootseed, the Puget Sound Salish language, and is phonetically pronounced “wah-sheb-altuh.”

wǝɫǝbʔaltxʷ – Intellectual House Address: 4249 Whitman Court, Seattle, WA 98195

Lodging

There is a block of rooms for Member Retreat attendees available at Watertown Hotel located less than one mile from wǝɫǝbʔaltxʷ – Intellectual House. Member Retreat participants will receive a discounted nightly rate of $229 per night.
 

To book a room at the Watertown Hotel for October 10-14, visit this link. If you would like to book a room outside of those dates, please call this number: 866-866-7977
 

Watertown Hotel Address: 4242 Roosevelt Way NE, Seattle, WA 98105
 

Ground Transportation

To and From wǝɫǝbʔaltxʷ – Intellectual House

There will be morning and afternoon shuttle service between the Watertown Hotel and wǝɫǝbʔaltxʷ – Intellectual House at the University of Washington each day of the Member Retreat. Additional details including pickup times will be shared closer to the event.

The venue is also less than one mile away from the hotel if you would like to walk.

To and From Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

Watertown Hotel does not provide shuttle service to and from the airport. There are several ways to get from SeaTac Airport to Watertown Hotel:

• Ride share services: Seattle has readily available Uber and Lyft services. You can also catch a Taxi or request a wheelchair-accessible van ride from the third floor of the SeaTac Airport parking garage.
• Public transportation: The Seattle Link Light Rail provides service directly from SeaTac Airport to the heart of the University District of Seattle (see green Link 1 Line on service map). The fare from SeaTac Airport station to the U District Station is $3.25 and will drop you off 0.2 miles from Watertown Hotel (please note the U District Station is different than the University of Washington Station).

Parking

For those staying at Watertown Hotel, there will be on-site garage parking available for a nightly fee.

To park on the University of Washington campus, there is reserved parking for Member Retreat attendees in the Padelford parking garage on levels N20 and N21. Once you park, take the escalators up to street level, turn right and you will see wǝɫǝbʔaltxʷ – Intellectual House about 100 feet ahead on your left.

There are two ADA reserved parking spaces at the wǝɫǝbʔaltxʷ – Intellectual House. If you have additional questions about accessibility, please contact JulieAnne Behar, senior manager of programs.

Air Travel

The closest airport to the venue and hotel is the Seattle Tacoma International Airport (SEA). We recommend flying with our longtime member and partner Alaska Airlines. 

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I expect from each event?

At PNW22 Illuminate we are building community for a more connected, inclusive and equitable future for our sector. We value and center voices and experiences of leaders, embrace a reparative lens to philanthropy and lift up our Northwest communities.

At the Virtual Summit on October 6 you can expect inspiring speakers, time to connect with your peers, skill-building opportunities, fresh ideas for our field, and moments for art and music! The conference will run from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm PDT with a built-in break; that way you can stay focused during the live sessions while still having time in your workday for other tasks.

At the In-Person Member Retreat on October 11-13 you can expect ample opportunity to build and deepen relationships with fellow Philanthropy Northwest members, share stories to surface the collective wisdom of our network, participate in interactive sessions, imagine the future of our sector and leave energized for the work ahead.

Please continue to check back for updates on the Agenda tab!

When do I need to register by?

For the Virtual Summit, the registration deadline is Friday, September 23 at 11:50 pm PDT. The registration price increases by $25 between September 24 and October 5. Registration ends at 5 pm PDT on October 5. To provide the best conference experience for everyone, same-day registration is not an option.

For the In-Person Member Retreat, we expect to reach our seat limit very quickly. If there are any remaining seats, the registration deadline is Friday, September 16 at 11:50 pm PDT.

What are the health and safety measures for the In-Person Member Retreat?

Philanthropy Northwest is taking a slow, measured approach back to in-person events, so we have intentionally designed this event with fewer participants. Anyone attending the In-Person Member Retreat must agree to follow Philanthropy Northwest's Health and Safety Protocols. 

What does it mean that Philanthropy Northwest members need to be in good standing to get the member rate? 

We are delighted to offer member rates to current members of Philanthropy Northwest. To be in good standing, your annual membership dues should be up to date. A non-member rate will apply if dues are not paid. Email our membership team for help with dues, membership questions and payment.  

How do I request an accommodation?

Philanthropy Northwest strives to make our events accessible to everyone. If you require an accommodation or service to fully participate, please indicate this in your registration form. You can also contact JulieAnne Behar, senior manager of programs.

Can I sponsor PNW22 Illuminate?

Yes! View our sponsorship packet for more information including the benefits of sponsorship.