2025 marked another successful year of Stanly County Dancing with the Stars. Thank you to the community for continuing to support this important cause. Together, donors raised approximately $173,235 to support the work of the Butterfly House. 

Since 2012, Dancing with the Stars has raised over $1.3 million to support the crucial work of the Butterfly House. Our community has made an incredible investment in the approximately 200 children that are served each year by the Butterfly House. These dollars will ensure they receive the highest level of care possible close to home in a safe environment.

Congratulations to 2025’s winners:

Winner Judges’ Choice Award: Brittany Begert & Bren Hipp

First Runner-Up Judges’ Choice Award: Mindy & Trent Turner

Second Runner-Up Judges’ Choice Award: Whitney & Kyle Crayton

Winner People’s Choice Award (highest fundraiser): Mindy & Trent Turner

First Runner-Up People’s Choice Award (highest fundraiser): Lorie Lisenby & Josh Smith

Second Runner-Up People’s Choice Award (highest fundraiser): Jill & Mike Hatley

Our 2026 Dancing with the Stars event is slated for Saturday, September 12, 2026. If you are interested in being a part of this event as a volunteer or a dancer, please contact Kim McGowen. Please note – a larger committee makes the decisions about who will be the dancers for 2026.

What is the Butterfly House? The Butterfly House provides evaluation and supportive services for possible victims of child maltreatment, which includes reported sexual, emotional and physical abuse, neglect, drug endangerment and witness to a violent crime.