The event celebrated industry leaders and their impact of giving to support individuals and families facing hardship

NEW YORK, Nov. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Delivering Good celebrated its mission of restoring comfort, renewing hope and helping individuals and families rebuild with dignity after hardship or disaster at its annual gala on Wednesday, Nov. 4, at Gotham Hall in New York City. Bringing together leaders from across the fashion, retail, entertainment and philanthropic communities, the evening raised a record-breaking $2.7 million to support Delivering Good’s work of providing new essential products to individuals and families impacted by poverty, disaster and other challenging circumstances.

The annual gala honored two influential leaders in the retail and fashion industries: Michael O’Sullivan, CEO of Burlington Stores, whose leadership has helped strengthen the company’s more than two-decade partnership with Delivering Good; and Libby Wadle, CEO of J.Crew Group, a longtime fashion industry leader and champion of giving back. Both honorees have played an important role in supporting Delivering Good’s mission and helping provide essential products to individuals and families in need.

The evening was hosted by Lindsey Coffey, model, environmental activist, and the first American to win the Miss Earth title in 2020. Daiane Sodré, fashion model and Delivering Good Brand Ambassador, helped set the tone for the evening through a moving video spotlighting the importance of providing confidence, hope, and opportunity to those facing hardship.

The gala featured several special moments that highlighted the generosity and leadership of the retail and fashion industries, including a holiday toy drive supported by Jazwares, which launched the initiative with a donation of 100 Squishmallows and pledged to match every toy donated during the event, up to 700 toys. Together, these efforts demonstrated the extraordinary impact that is possible when our industry comes together to support children and families in need.

“The generosity and support shown throughout the evening demonstrate what’s possible when a community comes together to make a difference,” said Matthew Fasciano, President and CEO of Delivering Good. “We’re incredibly grateful to our honorees, sponsors, partners and supporters for their commitment to our mission. Together, we’re creating confidence, hope and opportunity for thousands of people and families facing hardship.”

Delivering Good also extends its sincere gratitude to its sponsors and partners whose generosity helped make the evening possible. Special recognition goes to Diamond Sponsor Burlington and Platinum Sponsors Charles Komar & Sons, First Class Apparel, G-III Apparel Group, J.Crew Group, Paul, Weiss, Peerless Clothing International, Ralph Lauren Corporation, United Legwear & Apparel Co., and Versa Group/Original Brands. Their support, along with the contributions of countless other partners and supporters, continues to fuel Delivering Good’s mission and expand its impact in communities across the country.

To learn more about Delivering Good and its mission, or to donate, visit www.delivering-good.org.

About Delivering Good
Delivering Good is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides people impacted by poverty and tragedy with new merchandise donated by retailers and manufacturers. Since 1985, Delivering Good has distributed nearly $3 billion of new clothing, home goods, toys, furniture, books and other consumer products through its network of more than 800 community partners, offering hope, dignity and self-esteem to children, families and individuals. Delivering Good helps people facing hardship and disaster move forward by working with partners to match them with new, essential items and services, providing care that supports dignity, renews hope and opens doors to opportunity.

For more information, please visit Delivering-Good.org or follow @DeliveringGood on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn.

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