NYC Second Chance 3rd Annual Rescue Ball

Who let the dogs out? 

On Thursday, April 27, NYC Second Chance Rescue, a nonprofit organization that rescues and rehabilitates critically injured and neglected animals, hosted its 3rd Annual Rescue Ball,  their largest fundraising event of the year. 

Hosted by Tony and Grammy Award-Nominated actress and singer Orfeh, the Ball honored animal advocates Joe Gatto and Georgina Bloomberg with the“Hero Award” for their dedication to bettering the animal community. Additionally, Dr. Peter Roufail received the honor for “Veterinarian of the Year.”

Attendees were greeted by tutu-wearing pups upon entering the Grand Ballroom at The Pierre. Stars such as Gatto, Real Housewives of New Jersey personality Melissa Gorga, and Tony-nominated Constantine Maroulis posed on the carpet alongside these precious puppies. 

Sarina the Violin Diva serenaded the crowd during the silent auction with her energetic skills as she shredded on her multicolor LED guitar. 

“Anything for the pups,” says honoree Joe Gatto, an American improvisational comedian, actor, and producer. Gatto is one of the founders of “Gatto Pups and Friends”, a nonprofit rescue and sanctuary for senior, disabled, and unwanted animals in need of a loving home.

A Personal Note: Joe, it was a pleasure meeting you. Thank you for your contributions to the animal community, and congratulations!

Georgina Bloomberg is one of the founders of “The Emma and Georgina Bloomberg AMC to the Rescue Fund”, established to provide subsidized specialty care to animals currently cared for by rescue groups and whose health has become an obstacle to their adoption.

Click here to learn more about NYC Second Chance Rescue.