New York, NY – October 20, 2025 – The inaugural Fetch Pet Gala hosted by Fetch Pet Insurance at the Carlyle in New York City raised over $530,000 in one night for lifesaving nonprofits, marking an extraordinary evening of purpose and performance. The funds will directly support Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, Broadway Barks, Project Street Vet and Wags & Walks, helping pets and their people access medical care, safe shelter and essential support.

The evening featured Tony Award winners Bernadette Peters, Sutton Foster and Leslie Odom Jr. delivering breathtaking performances during dinner:

● Leslie Odom Jr. brought his velvety voice and the timeless charm of a classic crooner as he opened with Roberta Flack’s signature hit, “The First Time I Ever Saw Your Face,” and his original song, “Loved.” Then, in a moment that felt almost like a collective prayer, he offered a delicate a cappella rendition of Bob Dylan’s “Forever Young,” seamlessly transitioning into one of his fan-favorite numbers from Hamilton, “Dear Theodosia.”

● Sutton Foster lit up the stage with her irresistible warmth and radiant vocals in “If I Were a Bell” from Guys and Dolls. She then shared stories of her rescue pets – her affectionate, clingy queen Mabel and her quirky, unpredictable pup Brody – before dedicating a series of songs in their honor. For Brody, she delivered a hilarious, high-energy take on Ella Fitzgerald’s “Undecided.” And for Mabel, she offered a tender rendition of “The Nearness of You,” followed by a clever parody of the Cabaret classic – “Mabel This Time” – as a loving ode to her adoption story.

● Bernadette Peters showcased her legendary blend of strength and sensitivity in a trio of Stephen Sondheim songs. She began with the rarely performed “(They Ask Me Why) I Believe in You,” followed by a hauntingly poignant “Losing My Mind” from Follies. In the titular song from Anyone Can Whistle, Peters infused every lyric with nuance and emotional depth. Finally, Sutton Foster returned to the stage to join Peters for a jubilant duet of “Old Friends” from Merrily We Roll Along.

Peters and Foster served as masters of ceremonies guiding attendees through a night of music, storytelling and celebration. The festivities continued at the Fetch Pet After Party presented by Kismet, where guests were surprised by John Legend, who delivered a show-stopping piano set. His intimate performance transformed the elegant evening into a private concert, providing the perfect crescendo to a star-studded night celebrating compassion, connection and community.

Rescue pups from North Shore Animal League America strutted the Green Carpet, presented by Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day, alongside celebrities and guests wearing Collars for Cause™ custom-designed by Jeffrey Banks, James Taffin de Givenchy, Josie Natori, Irene Neuwirth and Stefania Pramma. Proceeds from the collars will benefit the gala’s charities and be featured in HERITAGE Auctions’ Holiday Luxury Accessories Signature® Auction on December 4, 2025.

“From the incredible team at Fetch Pet Insurance to our luminous and brilliant Bernadette Peters, Sutton Foster and Leslie Odom Jr., and the legendary John Legend, and the sponsors who shared their heart on this special night, we’re deeply grateful for this generosity that fuels real impact,” said Danny Whitman, executive director of Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. “Together, we’re helping people across the country, and their beloved furry friends, find care, life-affirming comfort and connection when they need it most.”

The evening was presented by Kismet, a modern dog food brand rooted in science-backed nutrition and giving back, co-founded by longtime dog parents and advocates Chrissy Teigen and John Legend, and guided by Chief Veterinary Officer Dr. Kwane Stewart, with support from Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day, and SATELLAI. Tito’s Handmade Vodka was a proud sponsor of the gala. The partnership between Fetch Pet Insurance and Broadway Cares was initiated by The Erlick Group, a leading sponsorship agency since 1992.

The event highlighted the power of community, entertainment and philanthropy coming together to make a tangible impact for pets in need.

About FetchPet Insurance
FetchPet is a leading tech-enabled pet wellness company helping pet parents give their dogs and cats longer, healthier lives. As the most complete pet insurance in North America, FetchPet covers more types of injury and illness than other providers, offering up to 90% coverage on unexpected vet bills and 100% reimbursement on qualifying medications through FetchPet Rx.

FetchPet delivers personalized health insights with its patented FetchPet Health Forecast, helping pet parents take a proactive approach to their pet’s care. And when it matters most, FetchPet offers fast and easy claims processing, so families can focus on care—not paperwork.

Members also get access to FetchPet Health Perks, an exclusive marketplace offering over $1,500 in discounts on brands committed to the health and wellness of pets, from food to training. Through a mission-driven approach, FetchPet is committed to helping the pets—and pet parents—who need it most. From donating over $8 million to shelter partners, to supporting pets impacted by natural disasters, to helping expand Project Street Vet from a one-city initiative to a
presence in nine communities across the country.

With innovative offerings like pre-existing condition coverage for adopted pets, 24/7 online vet access, and behavioral health support, FetchPet is redefining what it means to protect pets. Learn more at fetchpet.com.

FetchPet insurance policies are administered by Fetch Insurance Services, LLC (d/b/a Fetch Pet Insurance, Fetch Pet Insurance Services in New York and British Columbia, Fetch Insurance in Nebraska, Fetch Pet Insurance Services, LLC in Michigan, North Dakota, New Mexico and California) CA license # 0F60627 and underwritten by AXIS Insurance Company, an Illinois Corporation, in the U.S. and AXIS Reinsurance Company (Canadian Branch) in Canada. For more information, visit fetchpet.com.

About Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS
Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS is the philanthropic heart of Broadway, helping ensure those affected by HIV/AIDS and other life-threatening illnesses receive medication, healthy meals, counseling and emergency assistance. Broadway Cares is the major financial supporter of the social service programs at the Entertainment Community Fund, helping everyone in entertainment and the performing arts. Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS provides annual grants to more than 450 AIDS and family service organizations in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C., including eight organizations specifically focused on helping people with chronic illnesses keep and care for their beloved pets: Animalkind in Hudson, NY; PAWS (Pets Are Wonderful Support) in Los Angeles, New York City and San Francisco; Pet Project for Pets in Wilton Manors, FL; Pets Are Loving Support in Atlanta and Guerneville, CA; and San Diego Humane Society in San Diego. For more information, please visit Broadway Cares online at broadwaycares.org, at facebook.com/broadwaycares, at instagram.com/broadwaycares, at tiktok.com/@broadwaycares
and at youtube.com/@broadwaycares.

Broadway Barks is a 501(c)3 nonprofit cofounded by Bernadette Peters and Mary Tyler Moore which unites animal shelters, rescue organizations and the Broadway community to find loving homes for countless dogs and cats. As animals await their forever home, your support helps provide food, medical care, and safe shelter for our furry friends.

Wags and Walks is a 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to reducing euthanasia and celebrating rescue dogs as beloved family members. Since 2011, Wags has saved over 16,000 dogs across Los Angeles, Nashville, and New York. Wags and Walks is focused on advocating for wrongfully stereotyped bully breeds, medical dogs, and mamas and puppies that are often overlooked and at risk due to overcrowding. We know that, like amazing dogs, loving families come in all shapes and sizes. Our goal is to fund every pup in our care as an adopter whose home, family, and lifestyle are a perfect fit for a lifetime of love and happiness.

Project Street Vet is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit that empowers veterinary teams to deliver professional, non-judgmental medical care & support to pet families experiencing homelessness and housing vulnerability. The vision of Project Street Vet is to create a world where veterinary care is accessible to every pet family.