Penn State THON Weekend - the largest student-run philanthropy in the world!

In 1973, a small group of dedicated Penn State students held our first Dance Marathon. That year, 34 dancers participated and raised $2,000. Since then, THON’s presence in the Penn State community has grown exponentially. THON now has 15,000 student volunteers, 700 dancers, and has raised more than $61 million, benefiting The Four Diamonds Fund at Penn State Children’s Hospital.

THON is now a year-long effort that raises funds and awareness for the fight against pediatric cancer. With the support of students from all across the commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and THON Alumni all around the world, we continue to make great strides towards finding a cure for all childhood cancers!

“When they say, ‘We Are Penn State,’ this is what they are talking about.” - Joe Paterno

http://www.thon.org/

Watch it live here: http://www.ustream.tv/channel/penn-state-dance-marathon

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When I lived in State College, the sub shop where I worked used to do big sandwich platters for the dancers. I recall delivering them at 2:00AM Sunday and seeing the crowd sort of swaying and delirious but still enthusiastic.

Bravo to the current group for participating in a truly noble undertaking!

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Near my home on Long Island collecting for pediatric cancer. Of course I donated. They cover a lot of ground!

My daughter is participating and having a wonderful time. I keep getting text updates.