The 2025 Cartersville Dances with the Stars: A Night of Dance and Philanthropy

The 2025 Cartersville Dances with the Stars was nothing short of spectacular! Held at the Clarence Brown Convention Center on the first weekend of March, this annual event united our community for an incredible night of dancing, fundraising, and celebration. Benefiting Good Neighbor Homeless Shelter and Backpack Buddies of Bartow County, this year’s event showcased nine incredible dancers who dedicated their time and talent to raise money for these wonderful causes.

Celebrity Ballroom’s Contributions

At Celebrity Ballroom, we were honored to take part in this meaningful event. We sponsored a table and coached three of the competing dancers, helping them prepare for their performances:

• Monica Whitfield, coached by Josh Crenshaw, danced to Clap Your Hands. This was a high-energy Peabody and Cha-Cha with a fun gospel/Broadway-style flair.

• Lee and Jan Tidwell were coached by Milly Elkin-Crenshaw. They performed a captivating Two-Step and Rumba fusion to You Look Like You Love Me.

• Zack and Tori Philliber, also coached by Milly, wowed the crowd with an exciting Alice in Wonderland-themed Cha-Cha to Four Minutes.

  
  

Each dancer performed beautifully, and we couldn’t be prouder of their hard work and dedication!

A Record-Breaking Fundraiser

This year’s event set new fundraising records. An impressive $354,000 was raised for these vital local charities! A special congratulations goes to Lee and Jan Tidwell, who won the coveted People’s Choice Mirrorball Trophy by raising a phenomenal $76,000—a truly extraordinary achievement!

The Importance of Community Support

The success of events like this one relies heavily on community involvement. Everyone’s participation, from attending the event to supporting our dancers, makes a massive difference. This generosity helps local charities continue their essential work.

Fostering community spirit is crucial. Whether you purchased raffle tickets, donated money, or came to cheer on our dancers, your support means the world.

A Night to Remember

As a proud annual sponsor of Cartersville Dances with the Stars, Celebrity Ballroom was thrilled to attend this year’s event. We hosted a table and brought our students to experience the excitement firsthand.

The energy in the room was electric. Each performance was outstanding, and the generosity of our community was genuinely inspiring. It was heartwarming to witness everyone come together for such a worthy cause.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to all our students who contributed to this year’s event. Your encouragement and involvement helped bolster our community spirit and charitable outreach.

Our anticipation for next year’s event is already building as we look ahead to March 7, 2026. We hope to see you there!

Click here to see our 2025 CDWTS Album!

How You Can Get Involved

If you were inspired by this year's event, you may wonder how you can partake in future events. Here are some ways you can get involved:

Attend Future Events

Mark your calendar for next year’s Cartersville Dances with the Stars. Attending these events helps to create a vibrant atmosphere and supports local charities. Your presence makes the occasion even more special!

Volunteer Time

Volunteering your time for local organizations such as Good Neighbor Homeless Shelter or Backpack Buddies of Bartow County can significantly impact the community. These organizations always appreciate a helping hand.

Spread the Word

Share your experience on social media. Encourage your friends and family to support local charities. The broader the awareness, the more significant the impact we can make as a community.

Join the Dance Community

Participating in dance classes at Celebrity Ballroom can also be a great way to engage with the community. Not only will you learn a new skill, but you will also meet like-minded individuals dedicated to making a difference.

In conclusion, events like the 2025 Cartersville Dances with the Stars inspire hope and unity within our community. Each contribution, no matter how small, helps us move toward larger goals. We look forward to dancing with you at future events!