Thriving Like a Star 2025 — A Night of Hope in Motion
Thanks to your incredible generosity, the Stroke Life Center’s Thriving Like a Star Gala surpassed its goal.
Presented by
Media Partner - 13abc | Entertainment Partner - DanceFam Ballroom & Latin Studio
Printer & Marketing Partner - Allons-Y! Marketing
Thank You for Making the Night Shine!
Because of you, stroke survivors and caregivers continue to thrive beyond rehab.
From the first dance to the last twirl, our community came together to celebrate resilience, courage, and recovery. Every bid, every sponsorship, and every cheer helped stroke survivors and caregivers rediscover joy, independence, and hope.
Our Stars Take Center Stage
Celebrating the talent, courage, and community spirit that make this night unforgettable.
Our Judges - Kimberley Mitchell, Alison Avendt, Harlene Cole, Pat McCarty, Paul Spoerl
Kristin & Slava Polubneva
Dr Tomas Calderon & Iuliia Leuck
Kalie Marantett & Michael Bulgar
Amanda Held & Dave Ludlow
Dr. Matthew Hutcherson & Shana Pisle
Ben Palicki & Jordan Fiedler
Dr Andrea Mata & Dom Glover
Claire Mitchell & Slava Polubneva
Our 2025 TLaS Gala Judges and Dancers
Our Judges Choice & Audience Choice Winners
Mirrorball Trophys
Our 2025 TLaS Gala Planning Committee
Together We Turned Hope into Action!
From the first step onto the dance floor to the final applause, every moment was made possible by your support. Relive the magic, joy, and community spirit that made the night unforgettable.
Click Here to View the Gala Highlights Gallery
Gratitude That Shines Brighter Than the Mirrorball
With Deep Appreciation—
Our heartfelt thanks to our Celebrity and Professional Dancers, whose courage, talent, and heart brought inspiration to every step of the evening. Your dedication turned the dance floor into a celebration of strength, resilience, and community.
A special thank-you to our Celebrity Judges for lending your time, expertise, and enthusiasm — and to our charismatic Master of Ceremonies, Fred LeFebvre, for guiding the evening with warmth, humor, and sparkle.
A special thank-you to our Sponsors, In-kind Partners, and Silent Auction Donors- Your generosity powers “hope in action.” You’re helping stroke survivors and caregivers find strength, purpose, and community—long after rehab ends.
Thank you to our Amazing Vendors- Your talent, attention to detail, and generosity made Thriving Like a Star an unforgettable night of hope, joy, and celebration.
Together, you made Thriving Like a Star a night to remember!
Our Mirrorball and Presenting Sponsor
Viennese Waltz Sponsors
Mambo Sponsors
