Gala attendees will learn about Ms. Swank's lifelong love of animals, what inspired her to create Hilaroo, and how the organization helps both animals and children in need. Attendees will also learn how the Petco Foundation supports thousands of local animal-welfare groups across the country. The black-tie-optional event, sponsored by Natural Balance in partnership with Petco, will be emceed by San Diego's KFMB -TV ( CBS ) anchor Dan Cohen, and the program will feature a cocktail reception, live and silent auctions, dinner, dancing and entertainment. For the first year, the event will also include a live pet fashion show featuring adoptable animals from the San Diego Humane Society. In another Gala first, the foundation will announce the inaugural recipient of The Paul Jolly Compassion Award.