NYC Second Chance Rescue Hosts 5th Annual Rescue Ball Gala Honoring Martha Stewart & Dr. Dan Belkin

NYC Second Chance Rescue hosted its fifth annual Rescue Ball Gala — a dazzling evening of compassion, community, and celebration — at Pier Sixty in New York City.

The event honored two individuals for their outstanding advocacy and dedication to animal welfare: Martha Stewart, iconic lifestyle entrepreneur and lifelong animal champion, and Dr. Dan Belkin, leading dermatologist and passionate rescue animal advocate.

Set against the waterfront views of Pier Sixty, the gala brought together philanthropists, celebrities, and compassionate supporters to champion NYC Second Chance Rescue’s mission. The night featured a special live performance by Rob Thomas, a special appearance by Georgina Bloomberg, a lively auction led by celebrity host Elvis Duran, host of Elvis Duran and the Morning Show on Z100, surprise guest Alexandra Daddario, and a high-energy DJ set by GEO ROC that kept guests dancing for a cause.

Funds raised during the Rescue Ball supported NYC Second Chance Rescue’s Critical Care Fund, which fuels lifesaving medical efforts such as emergency surgeries, long-term treatment, and specialized care for critically ill animals. The event also supported vital initiatives, including the Long Island City Adoption Center, the transformation of its new Ford Transit vehicle, rescuing mothers and puppies from overcrowded shelters, a Community Outreach Medical Fund, and Freedom Rides for dogs from high-kill shelters.

Auction highlights included Billy Joel and Sting concert tickets at Citi Field and a luxurious African safari experience at Wilderness Vumbura Plains Camp in Botswana.

Attendees included Dylan Lauren, Jennifer Brooks, Lisa Blanco, Lisa Rose, Dr. Tomas Infernuso, Kate McEntee, Kingsley Crawford, Rachel Donohue, Elizabeth Sutton, Dr. Christina Rahm, Clayton Thomas, and Rob Cadiz.