Wild at Heart: A Night with Born Free

An Exclusive Evening in Support of Wildlife

Solarium Room at 3 West Club
3 West 51 Street, New York City

Thursday, October 1, 2026
6:00pm – 8:00pm

Tickets: $100–$10,100 | Space is limited


Cocktail Party Collage

Celebrate. Protect. Inspire.

Set against one of Manhattan’s most breathtaking backdrops at the Solarium, floor-to-ceiling windows and private terrace offer sweeping views of St. Patrick’s Cathedral – an inspiring setting for an equally inspiring night of:

A Curated Auction
Featuring exclusive experiences, luxury travel, and one-of-a-kind treasures.

Fine Vegan Cuisine
Between bids, savor sustainable wines paired with an elegantly curated vegan menu.

Special Guests & Entertainment
Making the energy electric is New York’s own Maria Milito – a larger-than-life presence on the airwaves for more than 40 years and passionate animal lover whose Mutts & Stuff podcast brings her love of animals to audiences everywhere.

Inspiring Stories of Impact
Hear powerful firsthand stories from those on the front lines of global conservation and animal welfare.

Be Wild at Heart. Make a Difference.

Let’s raise $30,000 to fuel Born Free USA’s mission: ending the exploitation of wild animals and ensuring they can live freely in the wild, where they belong. Proceeds will help us:

  • Rescue monkeys like Wally from abuse and give them a forever home.
  • End the primate pet trade in the United States once and for all.
  • Rescue and release turtles, parrots, and other endangered species from poachers.
  • Protect tigers, chimpanzees, polar bears and others from exploitation in captivity.

Whether you’re a long-time supporter or a new friend to our cause, your presence will make this night truly meaningful—for the animals, and for the future of our planet.

Wildlife Collage


Interested in sponsoring the event? Do you have an item for the auction? Other questions?

Contact Erika Mathews, Philanthropy Director
erika@bornfreeusa.org | (973) 248-5947

Let’s come together, Wild at Heart, to protect what we love most.