Nearly 500 guests gathered at Gotham Hall in NYC on Tuesday night to celebrate Delivering Good‘s impact while honoring four remarkable leaders in philanthropy and business. The evening raised more than $1.4 million, including nearly $100,000 from an auction and paddle raise appeal, furthering the organization’s mission of connecting excess new merchandise with people facing poverty and disaster.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 29: (L-R) Matthew Fasciano, Abbey Doneger and Adam G. Doneger onstage during the 2024 Evening of Delivering Good at Gotham Hall on October 29, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images for Delivering Good)
Throughout the night, we were inspired by the words of honorees Abbey Doneger, Dr. Joyce F. Brown, Prashant Agrawal, and Brieane Olson, each celebrated for their commitment to using business as a force for good. Emceed by our own Delivering Good Ambassador Daiane Sodré and President & CEO Matthew Fasciano, the program included a heartfelt address from Board Chair Andrea Weiss and an introduction to our new Basic Comforts Pack initiative, which brings essential items like t-shirts, socks, underwear, sweatshirts and sweatpants, and blankets to families in crisis.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 29: Daiane Sodre attends the 2024 Evening of Delivering Good at Gotham Hall on October 29, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images for Delivering Good)
Sodre said, “Tonight is more than just a celebration, it’s a testament to the incredible impact we can make when we come together as a community. Whether it’s a new pair of shoes, warm clothing, or household essentials, we all know that small comforts can make a world of difference, especially during life’s toughest moments.”
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 29: (L-R) John Pomerantz, Susie Davis, Allan Ellinger and Andrea Lustig onstage during the 2024 Evening of Delivering Good at Gotham Hall on October 29, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images for Delivering Good)
The evening also honored John Pomerantz, the former chairman and chief executive officer of Leslie Fay Company, Inc., with the Luminary Award.
Guests enjoyed an elegant evening with cocktails, dinner, and an exciting live auction led by auctioneer Christopher Hanke. Auction highlights included an immersive experience with Darren Aronofsky’s Postcard from Earth at the Sphere, a luxurious ad exclusive dining experience at The Modern, an all-inclusive stay at Hard Rock Hotel in Riviera Maya, tickets to the 2024 Macy’s Parade grandstand, and much more.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 29: Allan Ellinger attends the 2024 Evening of Delivering Good at Gotham Hall on October 29, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images for Delivering Good)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 29: (L-R) Abbey Doneger and Rita Doneger attend the 2024 Evening of Delivering Good at Gotham Hall on October 29, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images for Delivering Good)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 29: (L-R) Andrea Weiss, John Pomerantz and Matthew Fasciano attend the 2024 Evening of Delivering Good at Gotham Hall on October 29, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images for Delivering Good)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 29: James Ingram attends the 2024 Evening of Delivering Good at Gotham Hall on October 29, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images for Delivering Good)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 29: (L-R) Emma Postal, Andrew Postal and Pamela Fields attend the 2024 Evening of Delivering Good at Gotham Hall on October 29, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images for Delivering Good)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 29: Guests attend the 2024 Evening of Delivering Good at Gotham Hall on October 29, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images for Delivering Good)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 29: (3L-3R) Susie Davis, John Pomerantz and Andrea Lustig with guests attend the 2024 Evening of Delivering Good at Gotham Hall on October 29, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images for Delivering Good)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 29: (L-R) Sharonda Weatherspoon, Brieane Olson, Sheena Butler-Young and Jasmine Bellany attend the 2024 Evening of Delivering Good at Gotham Hall on October 29, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images for Delivering Good)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 29: (L-R) Maggie Dryden, Prithvik Kankappa, Rebecca Goldberg, Prashant Agrawal and Melanie Casinelli attend the 2024 Evening of Delivering Good at Gotham Hall on October 29, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images for Delivering Good)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 29: Andrea Weiss speaks onstage during the 2024 Evening of Delivering Good at Gotham Hall on October 29, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images for Delivering Good)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 29: (L-R) Matthew Fasciano and Prashant Agrawal onstage during the 2024 Evening of Delivering Good at Gotham Hall on October 29, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images for Delivering Good)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 29: (L-R) Matthew Fasciano and Brieane Olson onstage during the 2024 Evening of Delivering Good at Gotham Hall on October 29, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images for Delivering Good)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 29: Joyce F. Brown speaks onstage during the 2024 Evening of Delivering Good at Gotham Hall on October 29, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images for Delivering Good)
