Dallas, GA – Deputies from the Paulding County Sheriff’s Office traded their badges for dance shoes this month, raising $5,000 for local law enforcement programs during the first-ever “Dancing with the Heroes” charity event.
According to the Jess Rousey Honoring Heroes Foundation, the funds will benefit both the Paulding Sheriff’s Foundation and the department’s K-9 Unit. Sheriff Ashley Henson and his team accepted a $4,000 donation for the foundation and an additional $1,000 for the K-9 program.
Lt. Rickey Waters and Deputy First Class Craig Cross represented the Sheriff’s Office in the dance competition, performing alongside partners Angie McCanham and Ainsley Cross. The event drew strong community support and raised thousands for local first responder initiatives.
The Honoring Heroes Foundation, a nonprofit focused on assisting first responders and their families, expressed gratitude to everyone who donated, voted, and attended the event. “Your generosity helps us continue honoring and supporting the heroes who keep our community safe,” the foundation shared in a post.
Both organizations say they hope to make “Dancing with the Heroes” an annual tradition supporting public safety across Paulding County.
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