Fawn Sharp is a politician, attorney, and policy advocate who served as the 23rd President of the National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) from 2019 to 2023. The NCAI is the oldest, largest and most representative American Indian and Alaska Native tribal government organization in the country, and she was the third woman to hold the position of NCAI President.
She recently concluded her sixth term of elected office for the Quinault Indian Nation in Taholah, Washington, after serving five terms as President and one as Vice President. Ms. Sharp also served two terms as President of the Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians.
Ms. Sharp has also worked as managing attorney and lead counsel, and staff attorney for the Quinault Indian Nation; administrative law judge for the Washington State Department of Revenue—Tax Appeals Division; Quinault Tribal Court Associate Judge; and Counsel for Phillips, Krause & Brown.
Night-of Timeline
Saturday, May 10, 2025
Grand Hyatt Seattle : 721 Pine Street, Seattle WA, 98101
5:30 pm - Cocktail Hour Begins
Learn from Salmon Science Experts - members of our projects teams whill be on-site to chat with you about their work
Silent Auctions
Raffle Tickets on sale
Wine Fishing game
Photobooth with Bert the Salmon
7:00 pm – Silent Auction Closes & Dinner Begins
7:30 pm – Program Begins
Live Auction
Keynote address from Fawn Sharp
FIN-Raiser
Dessert Dash
Raffle winners announced
FAQs
Why should I register my credit card ahead of time? To complete registration a credit card must be on file. Your check-in process will be expedited if we have this information ahead of time. We highly recommend you take the few minutes needed to pre-register your credit card.
How do I register my credit card ahead of time?Return to the Spring Splash page – in the upper right hand corner you will see a small gray icon that says “My Account”. You will be prompted to enter the email address you either purchased your tickets with or had your table captain share with us. Once your email address is entered it will ask you to verify your account, and from there it will ask you to create an account to start bidding.
Where can I park?There is a pay-to-park garage connected directly to the Grand Hyatt Seattle that we encourage guests to use, but there are other garages in the area as well. Valet parking is also available for a charge.
One of my guests can’t attend, can I give their ticket to someone else?Absolutely! If you know now who will attend in that original spot, respond to this email and we will update your guest information. If you have a more last minute change, we will take care of this switch at registration night-of. Please note that this is a 21+ event.
Where can I find the auction previews? Click HERE to find the auction preview. Please note our auctions will be in-person only.
Planning to stay at the Grand Hyatt?
Use the booking link to book your rooms for the weekend 15% off!
Discount is link specific, not a promo code - Please contact Jennifer with questions
Dinner Selection - please select one when prompted during registration
--Harissa Marinated Chicken Breast with Chermoula Sauce, Sundried Tomato Couscous & Heirloom Carrots
--Akaushi New York Strip with Black Truffle Whipped Potatoes, Brown Butter Asparagus, Black Garlic Demiglace & Watercress
--Pan Seared King Oyster Mushrooms with Reggiano Soft Polenta, Chimichurri and Blistered Tomatoes
Dessert - During the seated program table captains will work with guests to enter in their dessert dash ‘bids’ and the tables with the highest overall bids will get to make their dessert selections first.
You will see that during registration we ask specifically about dairy, gluten, and pine nut sensitivities/allergies, as well as vegetarian/vegan preferences. If you have a combination of dietary restrictions or restrictions not listed, write them in or feel free to reach out to Jennifer directly.
