United Tribute Dancers

Each of these fabulous volunteer dancing duos are working hard for your votes and support, all to benefit our community. Click each of the couple names below to meet the dancers and lend your support!

 

Natalie & Ben Clark

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      We dedicate our dancing to:

      HELPING CHILDREN & FAMILIES SUCCEED

 

MEET NATALIE

I live in... Aubrey, TX
I work at... Kidzone Academy as a PreK teacher.
What do you like best about your community? ... I love living in a small town! Everyone truly rallies to support one another 100%. It feels like our family has grown immensely since moving here!
My favorite song to dance to is ... You can't beat a fun song like Footloose, but I love anything I can 2 step to with my husband and all the fun songs my kids love!
When I think about dancing at UNITED Tribute, my biggest fear is... Falling - I don't want to let my sweet Henley down
I LIVE UNITED because....Change doesn't happen alone, and we all carry a responsibility to better the lives of those around us and lift each other up.

 

MEET BEN

I live in... Aubrey, TX
I work at... Ranchman Properties
What do you like best about your community? ... The diversity
My favorite song to dance to is ... N'Sync - I want it that way
When I think about dancing at UNITED Tribute, I'm most excited about... getting out of my comfort zone
I LIVE UNITED because ...The power of many is more than the power of one.

MEET BRANDON

I live in... Denton, TX
I work at... Fowler Realty Team - Fathom Realty
What do you like best about your community? ... Unique culture
My favorite song to dance to is ... Photograph by Ed Sheeran
When I think about dancing at UNITED Tribute, I'm most excited about... Doing something I’ve never done before
I LIVE UNITED because ... because by pooling all of our resources together we CAN and WILL make a significant impact on those in need in our city.

MEET JENNIFER

I live in... Denton, TX
I work at... Fowler Realty Team - Fathom Realty
What do you like best about your community? ... Denton is a community that is growing in its capacity and compassion to help each other. It is full of diversity and a unique culture that sets it a part from our neighboring communities.
My favorite song to dance to is ... 80's pop
When I think about dancing at UNITED Tribute, my biggest fear is... I'm not a good dancer so I'm terrified of forgetting the moves!
I LIVE UNITED because... I feel my purpose is to positively impact as many people as possible. The United Way of Denton County provides the community with a variety of opportunities to give back from volunteering for events, to advocating for the cause, or providing financial support. Regardless of the method, United, we can strengthen the needs of our local community. To whom much is given, much is required.

 

Jennifer & Brandon Fowler

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      We dedicate our dancing to:

      HELPING CHILDREN & FAMILIES SUCCEED

 

 

 Chris & Casey Martin

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      We dedicate our dancing to:

GUIDING & SERVING VETERANS & THEIR FAMILIES

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MEET CHRIS

I live in... Justin, TX
I work at... CTDI as a Tester Operator
Why is the initiative you chose important to you? ... It brings awareness to veterans in need of assistance after military life
My favorite song to dance to is ... Stealing Happy Hours by 311
When I think about dancing at UNITED Tribute, I'm most excited about... Getting to dance for the first time with my wife.
I LIVE UNITED because ... We can make a difference in the lives of thousands who need guidance and support when they have no one else to turn to.

MEET CASEY

I live in... Justin, TX
I work at... Best Western Premier Crown Chase & Suites as General Manager
What do you like to do when you're not at work? ... I’m a basketball mom and dance mom. My free time is spent with my girls cheering them on. When I find time just for me, I enjoy reading.
My favorite song to dance to is ...I can’t say that I have a favorite song to dance to, I usually avoid the dance floor!  
When I think about dancing at UNITED Tribute, I'm most excited about... Doing something I’ve never done! Getting out of my comfort zone to help such a wonderful cause
I chose this initiative because ... I’m a military wife and while I am so proud of my husband for serving our country, I know there is much more we need to do to support and serve our veterans. 

MEET CARTER

I live in... Flower Mound, TX
I work at... Market Street in Flower Mound
What do you like best about your community? ... The people
My favorite song to dance to is ... I Gotta Feeling by The Black Eyed Peas
When I think about dancing at UNITED Tribute, I'm most excited about... Dancing with Rachel.  She is a good dancer and I am so lucky.  We are going to WIN!
I LIVE UNITED because ... I care...together we can make a difference.

MEET RACHEL

I live in... Corinth, TX
I work at... Cardinal Financial as a Mortgage Loan Originator
What do you like best about your community? ...I love the small town feel with a big city flair. There's always something to do in Denton! 
My favorite song to dance to is ... Shotgun by George Ezra
The best thing about my dance partner is... His passion for life! Carter is such a joy and is always having fun. I am blessed to have Carter as a dance partner and friend!
I LIVE UNITED because... Change doesn't happen alone, and we all carry a responsibility to better the lives of those around us and lift each other up. 

 

Jacoby & Christine

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      We dedicate our dancing to:

ADVOCATING FOR OVERALL MENTAL HEALTH

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MEET JACOBY

I live in... Allen, TX
I work at... Texas Urban Living as a Realtor
What do you like best about your community? ... Food
My favorite song to dance to is ... Hips Don't Lie by Shakira.
When I think about dancing at UNITED Tribute, my biggest fear is... Dancing in front of people.
I LIVE UNITED because... If you want to go fast, you go alone; if you want to go far, you go together. 

MEET CHRISTINE

I live in... Lewisville, TX
I work at... Galaxy Theatres at The Grandscape
What do you like best about your community? ... The hospitality. From all the familiar faces I have met in The Colony Chamber to the kind woman who helped me at the local Kroger, everyone is so kind and willing to help.
My favorite song to dance to is ... All For You by Janet Jackson
When I think about dancing at UNITED Tribute, I'm most excited about... Meeting new people and dancing for a good cause.
I LIVE UNITED because ...When you LIVE UNITED you make a choice to improve your community by giving of yourself to make an impact. Together, UNITED, we can make a difference every day!

MEET JUD

I live in... Argyle, TX
I work at... D&S Engineering Labs
What do you like best about your community? ... The Arts, Sports, Restaurants, Climate, and the People.
My favorite song to dance to is ... I don't dance.
When I think about dancing at UNITED Tribute, I'm most excited about... Learning to dance a little bit.
I LIVE UNITED because ... We can do so much more as a group than as an individual. I am pleased to support UWDC in any way I can so that we all can live in a better Denton County.

MEET PAT

I live in... Argyle, TX
I work at... DATCU Credit Union.
What do you like best about your community? ... Family history-- past, present, and future. Though only a 2nd generation Dentonite, my Dad's family moved here when he was 6 months old and he lived the rest of his life here. He was a graduate of Denton High, as well as both my husband and me and our 3 children. Now a resident of Argyle and working in Corinth and the Lake Cities, I have a growing appreciation of even more of Denton County.
My favorite song to dance to is ... Ask me again in May and hopefully I will have one! 
When I think about dancing at UNITED Tribute, my biggest fear is... Hurting one of us and/or looking foolish.
I LIVE UNITED because... An easy regular payroll deduction to UWDC (the backbone of our non-profit community) enables me to regularly support an entire network of non-profits and those they serve across Denton County.

 

Jorge and Emarely

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      We dedicate our dancing to:

 ADVOCATING FOR OVERALL MENTAL HEALTH

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MEET JORGE

I live in... Aubrey, TX
I work at... Texas Woman's University as a an Associate Professor.
What do you like best about your community? ... How welcoming it is.
My favorite song to dance to is ... Muchacho Malo by Olga Tanon.
When I think about dancing at UNITED Tribute, my biggest fear is... Nothing.
I LIVE UNITED because... When you LIVE UNITED you make a choice to improve your community by giving of yourself to make an impact. Together, United, we can make a difference every day!

MEET EMARELY

I live in... Aubrey, TX
I work at... Texas Woman's University as an Assistant Professor.
What do you like best about your community? ... All the diversity within the city/county.
My favorite song to dance to is ... Mujeres Liberadas (merengue)
When I think about dancing at UNITED Tribute, I'm most excited about... I love new experiences and challenges, and to represent TWU.
I LIVE UNITED because ...I believe we were sent to make a difference in the lives of others in big and small ways. The power of many is more than the power of one.

MEET JUSTIN

I live in... Aubrey, TX
I work at... Newland Real Estate as the Broker/Owner.
What do you like best about your community? ... The small town feel.
My favorite song to dance to is ... Neon Moon by Brooks and Dunn.
When I think about dancing at UNITED Tribute, I'm most excited about... Getting an opportunity to do something different and help support United Way.
I LIVE UNITED because ...When we come together as a community greater change can occur.

MEET BRANDI

I live in... Aubrey, TX
I work at... Home as a Mom/House Manager.
What do you like best about your community? ... The feel of a small town community with lots to offer from shops to colleges to events.
My favorite song to dance to is ... Amarillo by Morning by George Straight.
When I think about dancing at UNITED Tribute, my biggest fear is... Forgetting the dance moves.
I LIVE UNITED because... Working together not only improves our community, but positively impacts individuals and provides a great example to our children on being United for a good cause.

 

Justin and Brandi

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      We dedicate our dancing to:

      HELPING CHILDREN & FAMILIES SUCCEED

 

MEET TIFFANY

I live in... Denton, TX
I work at... Alice Moore Alexander Elementary as an Assistant Principal.
What do you like best about your community? ... There are many things I like about Denton, but if I had to choose one it would be that Denton is a big city with a small town feel with a huge heart for the community!
My favorite song to dance to is ... Anything Country.
When I think about dancing at UNITED Tribute, my biggest fear is... Forgetting the dance moves.
I LIVE UNITED because... I have a strong desire to support our community and make a positive impact on the lives I touch each day. UNITED we can change the world!

MEET JESUS

I live in... Denton, TX
I work at... Borman Elementary School as Deputy Head of School/Assistant Principal.
What do you like best about your community? ... I love the history of service and advocacy for all individuals in the Denton Community. Denton County has a strong identity for its contributions to Denton ISD, UNT, and TWU.
My favorite song to dance to is ... Bidi Bidi Bom Bom by Selena
When I think about dancing at UNITED Tribute, I'm most excited about... Taking part in such a fun event to support such a great cause. This event is not about the dancing, but a medium to highlight the vital work being done everyday at United Way.
I LIVE UNITED because ...I strive to positively impact a school community by seeking academic and social growth of students and teachers. United Way is deeply rooted in the Denton Community and their support of the well-being of every citizen.

MEET MELISSA

I live in... Cross Roads, TX
I work at... Baylor Scott & White McKinney as an RN.
What do you like best about your community? ... I love the small-town feel of Denton, even with a population of over 100,000 people, my husband, family and I typically cannot go somewhere without seeing someone we know. The tight-knit community provides a sense of comfort and support which I thoroughly enjoy.
My favorite song to dance to is ... The Macarena.
When I think about dancing at UNITED Tribute, I'm most excited about... The opportunity to support such a great organization.
I LIVE UNITED because ... I know a community UNITED can conquer far more than an individual. Together, we can help improve the lives of our community members every day.

MEET MICHAEL

I live in... Cross Roads, TX
I work at... Merki & Associates, P.C.
What do you like best about your community? ... Small town feel with the amenities of a big city.
My favorite song to dance to is ... Anything upbeat. 
When I think about dancing at UNITED Tribute, my biggest fear is... Falling flat on my face
I LIVE UNITED because... We are better together than we ever could be alone.