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One Day We Will Dance in
CELEBRATION,
Until Then We Will Dance For A CURE

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Year-Round
Commitment
to Providing Emotional Support, Raising Awareness and Funding Critical Research

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One Day Cancer
Will Be Cured,
Until Then We Will
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The Largest Student-Run Philanthropy in the World

THON is a student-run philanthropy committed to enhancing the lives of children & families impacted by childhood cancer. Our mission is to provide emotional & financial support, spread awareness, & ensure funding for critical research—all in pursuit of a cure.

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Hour Dance Marathon
4,800
Families Helped
16,500
Student Volunteers
$254,000,000
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To ensure that THON is able to donate 96 cents of every dollar raised to Four Diamonds at Penn State Health Children’s Hospital, we heavily rely on donor support. These donations provide us the resources to create endless memories for our Four Diamonds families & foster a deep love & connection to our mission for our volunteers through Pre-THON Events, alternative fundraisers, & THON Weekend.

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Making a difference

Our Partners

At its core, THON is an organization that makes a difference in the lives of families and children battling childhood cancer. Each year, through meticulous care & dedication, we are able to make sure that 96 cents of every dollar directly impacts children & families battling childhood cancer.

Since 1977, THON has raised more than $236 million for Four Diamonds at Penn State Health Children’s Hospital. We are thankful for our incredible partners, who continue to support us in our pursuit of a cure.

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Our alumni

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Join our alumni groups in contributing to the efforts of THON with the common goal of one day dancing in celebration of a cure. The Alumni Challenge challenges our Penn State Alumni Community to see which geographical region can raise the most money in support of THON. Gather with your friends, co-workers, local alumni chapter, etc. to organize an event & spread THON’s mission nationwide by bringing THON to your area.

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Make an impact as an alumni and send inspirational messages to THON™ 2025 dancers and Four Diamond’s children! To learn more information for guidelines, and to send in mail, follow this link: https://thon.org/mail-call/.
With any questions, contact: alumni.campaigns@THON.org https://x.com/THON/status/1876407967353860566/photo/1

Experience the excitement of Pittsburgh Penguins hockey in-person at PPG Paints Arena! Each ticket purchased benefits THON™

Link: https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/PenguinsPSUTHON010925 https://x.com/THON/status/1864715063757803638/photo/1

The third annual Alumni Game Show is today! Get ready to show off your knowledge and join us on THON social media on December 5th at 7PM! Email alumni.campaigns@thon.org with any questions. https://x.com/THON/status/1864686194858053666/photo/1

In just 3 days, the Alumni Game Show is back!

This virtual interactive event encourages all Alumni to answer trivia questions, listen to guest and family speakers, and even win Alumni Showdown points! https://x.com/THON/status/1863645604166959407/photo/1

The Alumni Connection Series is a set of livestreams dedicated to sharing the stories of families, Four Diamonds workers, Penn State alumni, and more!

Join us tonight, November 21 on Facebook Live! https://x.com/THON/status/1859647731180150987/photo/1

First Year Committee applications for THON™ 2025 are now LIVE and due by December 16! Follow the link in our bio to join us in the fight against childhood cancer. https://x.com/THON/status/1858963456646422944/photo/1

Watch the Philadelphia Flyers take on the LA Kings and Columbus Blue Jackets on December 19th and 21st! With each ticket purchase $5 will be donated to THON™! Link to Purchase: https://fevo-enterprise.com/group/Thonnation24 https://x.com/THON/status/1858942911670313229/photo/1

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Join us at the Prudential Center on November 30th at 7:00pm as the Devils take on the Capitals for Hockey Fights Cancer night. Every ticket purchased through the link benefits THON™ and you can credit any org of your choosing at checkout! Link:https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/PSUTHON24 https://x.com/THON/status/1858556964189380683/photo/1

Building A Home For Hope and dreaming of limitless futures as we approach THON™ Weekend in 100 days! Help us make a difference in the fight against childhood cancer. https://x.com/THON/status/1856817946934358445/photo/1

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Meet Olivia and Maura, two of our Merchandise Product Design Captains who are behind this year’s inspiring Merchandise collection that is available for purchase @pennstatethon.store See MoreSee Less
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POV: You just found out what the logo is for THON™ 2026 🩷 See MoreSee Less
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Love leads the THON community forward, supporting our journeys, providing strength to create change, and guiding families through the emotions of a childhood cancer diagnosis. It’s found in every interaction between our families and volunteers. The THON 2026 logo reminds us what we can accomplish when powered by love and to carry the people we love with us in our accomplishments. THON has raised a total of over $250 million. The love volunteers feel for our families will always empower individuals to fight for a cure. THON provides unconditional love for our families to support them in their journey. Love will lead us forward until we are dancing in celebration of a cure. See MoreSee Less
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We are having so much fun with our families at Family Carnival! Join us as we prepare to reveal the logo for THON™ 2026! Tune in to the livestream at thon.org/livestream! See MoreSee Less
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In honor of tomorrow’s annual Family Carnival the directors of THON™ 2026 share what “family in THON” means to them. 🎗️ See MoreSee Less
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Join us as we explore various trivia about Penn State and THON's History as well as hear from a Four Diamonds Family! See MoreSee Less
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Meet our Bereaved Family Contact Captains on the Family Relations Committee, Sophia Ketner, Emma Hoebler, and Lauren Ade! See MoreSee Less
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Today is #GivingTuesday, a national day of giving! It is THON™'s mission as a student organization to one day dance in celebration of a cure for childhood cancer. #GivingTuesdayesday, support THON to make a difference in the life of a child. Starting at 8 AM, every 3rd donation is matched up to $100 until funds run out. Starting at 6 PM, all student donations are matched up to $10 is matched 1:1 until funds run out. Thanks to the generosity of @JNJ, 10 winners from Instagram will be selected to win $250 credited to an organization or IDC of their choosing. To enter this challenge: 1. Like this post 2.Tag three friends in the comments 3. Repost this photo on your sto#GivingTuesdayFTKayFTK See MoreSee Less
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This Tuesday is #GivingTuesday! We are excited to celebrate this national holiday of giving with @JNJ supporting THON™ through matching funds and other challenges. Mark your calendars for a day full of giving, For the Kids! See MoreSee Less
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