06/10/2026
What an incredible season for our Stepping with the Stars cast!
Together, this group has shown what’s possible when passion meets purpose—raising critical funds and rallying support for our mission in truly inspiring ways. The collective effort this year has been nothing short of extraordinary.
This year’s fundraising results reflected strength across the entire cast— Dr. Kamesha Taylor bringing it home for the women and Bishop Anthony Oliphant leading the way for the men, and strong contributions from Donna Page, Janna Baylor, and so many others who made an impact.
A special congratulations to our top fundraisers who not only led the way, but redefined what’s possible:
Dr. Kamesha Blessed– truly in a league of her own this season. Kamesha made history as our all-time leading fundraiser, raising an incredible $28,988—the highest total since the event’s inception. Her impact didn’t stop there. She earned the Startender title, won the Grab Bag contest at the opening reception, and became the first cast member to serve as a Presenting Sponsor—all while securing an amazing 12 Survivor Sponsors.
Her leadership, creativity, and commitment set a new standard for what this experience can be. Simply unmatched.
Bishop Anthony Oliphant – breaking barriers and setting a new standard among our male participants, Bishop is now the top male fundraiser in event history, raising $8,175. He also earned 2nd place in the men’s dance competition—an incredible achievement.
Donna Page – with an impressive $10,516 raised, Donna secured a strong second-place fundraising finish and made a meaningful impact through her dedication and support.
Janna Baylor – raising $9,884, Janna rounded out the top three fundraisers and also earned 3rd place in the women’s competition, showcasing her incredible commitment both on and off the dance floor.
We also want to recognize Gerron Jordan and Nate Deans Jr. for their strong fundraising efforts and meaningful contributions to this year’s success.
And to the entire cast—thank you. Every dollar raised, every sponsor secured, and every story shared contributed to something bigger than any one person. This is what makes Stepping with the Stars so special.
We are so grateful.