Circle of Hope is preparing to host its 7th annual Dancing with the Stars for Hope fundraiser. It will take place at 6 p.m. on Saturday, August 13 at the Habersham Central High School Auditorium in Mt. Airy.
Similar to the hit TV show Dancing with the Stars, this highly-anticipated annual event brings together teams of local ‘celebrities’ who dance for top honors and, most importantly, to help families in need. All proceeds from the event support programs and services aimed at protecting and empowering women and children harmed by domestic abuse.
“Since 2015, our community has significantly supported our mission through this fundraising event,” says Circle of Hope Executive Director Suzanne Dow. “Circle of Hope serves over 500 families affected by abuse in our community each year. Dancing with the Stars for Hope is our largest annual fundraising event and is critical to ensure we can help those in need of our services.”
Tickets for this year’s live performance are still available and may be purchased online or at Circle of Hope’s main office at 592 North Main Street in Cornelia.
Vote for your favorite team
Among the local personalities trading their day jobs for dancing shoes this year are Heather Sinyard and Kevin Angell—team ‘Disorderly Conduct’, April and Chris Akridge—team ‘Diamond in the Rough’, Jessie Owensby and Heath Barrett—team ‘Sweet Disaster’, Kim and Victor Anderson—team ‘Cutting a Rug’, Jamie Mentzer and Kelly & Caleb Segers—team ‘In a Heartbeat’, Nora and Rolando Almazan—team ‘Better Together’, and Melissa and Kevin Wood—team ‘No Assembly Required’.
These teams will compete for three awards. The Judge’s Choice Award goes to the team the judges recognize for the best dance performance. The Most Entertaining Award will be determined by audience members. And members of the public will decide who wins the People’s Choice Award by donating to the team of their choice. The team that raises the most money wins the coveted mirror ball.
Voting for the People’s Choice Award is currently underway. It’s a dollar a vote. Sponsors may allocate their votes to whichever teams they choose. Sponsors will also receive free VIP seating and an ad in the event program.
To cast your vote, buy tickets, or learn more about sponsorship and advertising opportunities, visit dancingwiththestarsforhope.com or call (706)776-3406.
This article has been updated to reflect that the event is on Aug. 13, 2022
