Audience voting is all the rage when it comes to reality game shows. But could that formula work for charity, too? A local dance studio in Florida thinks so.
A Social Affair Dance Studio in Jacksonville is raising money for juvenile diabetes by taking a cue from the hit ABC show ‘Dancing With the Stars’. Plans are well underway for its Nov. 1 fundraiser to benefit the North Florida Chapter of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
During the ‘Dancing With the Stars’ charity event, local celebrities paired with professional ballroom instructors will compete for the title of Jacksonville’s favorite dancers. Like the television show, audience voting will play a big role:
• 50% of the voting will be from the competition judges.
• The remaining 50% will be based on audience voting, both during and before the event.
• Supporters can cheer for their favorite dancer by donating $1 per vote.
Additional Audience Voting Ideas
Following the ‘Dancing With the Stars’ audience voting formula has certainly worked for A Social Affair Dance Studio. The successful event is now in its 7th year!
What other fun and interactive charity events can be inspired by the show?
• Serving With the Stars: In a doubles tennis match or volleyball tournament, local celebrities are paired with professional or collegiate players from the area. Fans vote on the best dressed team, most improved player and best serve.
• Cooking With the Stars: Local celebrities partner with restaurateurs and chefs in a cooking and baking competition, where guests cast their votes for the best dishes.
• Racing With the Stars: Local celebrities and area athletes are paired on teams to compete in a relay race, 100-meter dash and a hurdle-jumping competition.
With audience response systems that allow guests to electronically cast votes or place bids, participation is guaranteed. Learn more about how audience response systems can help maximize fundraising at your next event.
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