Our 14th Annual UNITED Tribute will be held
Saturday, January 17, 2026.
Our signature gala celebrates the year's successes and honors the companies, employees, and community leaders who make it happen. Denton County's most anticipated event features the crowd-favorite Dancing with Our Stars competition showcasing a troupe of community volunteer dancers.


DETAILS:
Time: 6 PM - 9:30 PM
Attire: Black Tie
Location: Embassy Suites by Hilton Denton Convention Center
THE DANCERS REVEALED!
Meet the 20 community volunteers strutting their stuff on this year's dance floor under the guidance of
GLADYS KEETON
Dance Professor Emeritus | Texas Woman's University
The 2025 Dr. Bettye Myers Humanitarian Award will recognize David & Carol Rowley for their dedicated generosity in supporting the community with consistent giving to United Way since the 1960s. The Rowley's United Way relationship began in 1963 when David...


Embassy Suites by Hilton Denton Convention Center
3100 Town Center Trail | Denton
Doors Open: 6 PM | Program Begins at 7 PM
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ATTIRE: After 6 | Black Tie Optional
Long dress | Dark suit or tux
Auction | Wine & Spirits Pull
This friendly dance competition is the centerpiece of our UNITED Tribute entertainment. Dancing with Our Stars features fun, well-loved individuals from our community—nominated by you! Their participation helps us raise awareness and funds to create a thriving Denton County.




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