Service League of Cherokee County Raises $50,000

The Service League of Cherokee County recently raised $50,000 in its annual Dancing With The Stars Fundraiser.

That amount is the most the League's annual ball has ever brought in.

"We are so grateful to the fundraising efforts of our dancers and their supporters, everyone who attended or donated toward the cause, and all of our sponsors, said Publicity Chair April Turner. "The efforts of our entire community made this possible, and hundreds and hundreds of children here in Cherokee County will reap the benefits through much needed assistance in medical/dental/vision, scholarships, and so much more."

Service League President Delane Stevens said the club serves children in Cherokee County in many ways, including many daily needs like water, food, shelter, medical and dental care. 

So far, the league has served about 624 families, Stevens added.

"With the success of fundraisers, our gracious sponsors, and support from our community, we are planning on increasing the number of families served," she said. "We are doubling our summer lunch program, expanding our Christmas families program, and increasing funds to special projects just to name a few specific areas."