Dancing with the Local Stars Raises $154,000, Scott Campbell Wins

The Fort Vancouver National Trust has reported that Saturday’s Dancing with the Local Stars raised $154,000. The net proceeds will support the Trust’s programs at the Fort Vancouver National Site.

The September 6th dance competition at the Hilton Vancouver was attended by nearly 400 people. Eight local “stars” were partnered with Arthur Murray Dance Studio instructors and were taught dance routines. The community was encouraged to “vote” for their favorite dancer with their dollars both online and at the event. The dancer who raised the most money was declared the winner.

This year’s winner is Scott Campbell, Governmental and Community Affairs Manager. Campbell performed a Tango with his dance partner Christina Mullen, Arthur Murray dance instructor.

Each of the celebrity dancers was awarded a trophy for categories voted on by the audience. The celebrity dancers and their awards are:

* Most Creative Performance: Dan Wyatt
* Best Overall Dance Performance: Patti Westby
* Most Charismatic Performance: Scott Campbell
* Most Outrageous Performance: Lou Brancaccio
* Fan Favorite: Dave Henderson
* Best Entrance: Pat Jollota
* Best Natural Talent: Katie Atkins-Castillo
* Best Costume: Heidi Scarpelli

Photo courtesy of Fort Vancouver National Trust.

2014 winner Scott Campbell commented, “A heartfelt THANK YOU to all of you who supported the Fort Vancouver National Trust and my quest to be crowned champion of Dancing With the Local Stars. So many to thank in this community. I am very humbled and could not have achieved this goal without their support.”

“Without the hard work of these eight community stars this event would not be possible,” said Elson Strahan, President and CEO of the Fort Vancouver National Trust. “We are immensely grateful for their dedication and support.”

Contributed by Fort Vancouver National Historic Trust.