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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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4,800
Families Helped
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Student Volunteers
$254,000,000
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For The Kids®

The families battling childhood cancer remain at the core of our mission. THON aims to provide emotional & financial support for families supported by Four Diamonds at Penn State Health Children’s Hospital by facilitating lifelong relationships between families & volunteers, fostering a sense of community, & providing year-round support. THON strives to ensure that families remain at the heart of every volunteer’s efforts and that everything is done For The Kids.

Meet our families

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Hoch Family Story

Colby was diagnosed with Stage IV Neuroblastoma in 1994 when he was 2 years 8 months old. It was a long 2 years of multiple…
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Musser Family Story

I’ll start off by sharing a bit about us. My hubby (Kevin) and I have 3 daughters Olivia who will be 8 next week, Allyson will be 6 next month and Stella who is 3. When Allyson was diagnosed, she was only 3 1/2, Olivia was 5 1/2 and Stella was only 9 months old.
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Speed Family Story

I’ve been writing this in my head for months now, apparently it’s part of how I cope, just another fun fact about myself I am…
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Smith Family Story

When I was asked by the Family Relations Committee to tell our story, I did not really know what I could say. For me, though, no…
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Silbaugh Family Story

Calliope was born on Easter Sunday in 2012. She was a very pleasant baby and in seemingly good health. All of her baby check-ups…
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Howe Family Story

My name is Megan Howe and I became a Four Diamonds Child in 1999. July of 1999 I was about to turn two years old. Up to that point, I was a perfectly healthy child. I was walking all around and even pointing to the outfits I would wear that day. I learned to dress myself and was a loved member of the daycare on…
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Bigler Family Story

Hi, we are the Dominique Bigler family. I’m Marsha, this is Gary, and we have two beautiful daughters, Dominique and Natasha.…
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Eichelberger Family Story

Jaxon is now a happy and healthy six-year-old! He loves playing sports like baseball and soccer. He enjoys spending time with his friends and cousins and loves video games. He is getting ready to start first grade this fall!
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Frey Family Story

Noah is now four years old and is in the maintenance phase of his treatment. Life now feels a little more normal (well our normal…
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Laboy Family Story

“I’m so grateful for Four Diamonds, because without them, I feel like Kaylahni wouldn’t have been given a chance,” Kiara…
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Lucas Family Story

“One of the big things that I like to focus on is not just the journey of the individual patient, but the journey of siblings,…
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Newswanger Family Story

“When you go to THON, you just see all of the amazing things and the time that was put into pulling off the weekend, and it’s incredible,” Amy said. “THON touches lives every day, and for those of us who have unfortunately needed it, we are forever grateful for the help.”
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Pulaski Family Story

“At my age, you don’t really understand what’s happening, and I think that helped me get over it a lot easier,” Devin…
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Reese Abrams Family Story

Kionne Reese Abrams lives in State College, PA with his parents, Alyssa and Dylan. He is thriving as a middle schooler, competitive gymnast, dog whisperer to Fred and Scottie, crop cultivator in our home garden, and gem collector/LED light extraordinaire! Because our journey is so different from most…
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Wetzel Family Story 

Jonus was diagnosed on January 9, 2022, with High-Risk B-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia with PH-like chromosomes. It was a…
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Woods Family Story

Keira Woods is 18 years old and says she’s “definitely a Pisces.” She was born in Maryland on March 6, 2006, but spent most…
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Lynch Family Story

Throughout Olivia’s journey with cancer, we grew as a family in a way that we didn’t know at the time, but now know looking…
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Guzman Family Story

Carmen Guzman is a graduate student at Penn State studying Nutrition and Dietetics, on the path to becoming a Registered Dietician. She hopes to work with children going through cancer treatment. Carmen understands what it is like to go through cancer treatment, because 15 years before, Carmen was in their…
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Hoch Family Story
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Musser Family Story
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Speed Family Story
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Smith Family Story
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Silbaugh Family Story
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Howe Family Story
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Bigler Family Story
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Eichelberger Family Story
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Frey Family Story
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Laboy Family Story
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Lucas Family Story
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Newswanger Family Story
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Pulaski Family Story
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Reese Abrams Family Story
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Wetzel Family Story 
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Woods Family Story
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Lynch Family Story
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Guzman Family Story
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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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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

Support Our Mission

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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6 Jan

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/.
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5 Dec

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

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5 Dec

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

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2 Dec

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

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21 Nov

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

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19 Nov

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

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19 Nov

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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18 Nov

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

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13 Nov

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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There’s still time to double your impact! This matching day every third donation up to $100 will be matched until funds run out! Help us continue to Dream Forward and make a difference in the lives of children and families impacted by childhood cancer! 🎗️ … See MoreSee Less
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Dream Forward Matching Day is here!Starting NOW, every third donation up to $100 will be matched until funds run out. Then at 6PM EST, every other student donation will be matched up to $10 until funds run out.Together, let’s double our impact to support children and families affected by childhood cancer as we Dream Forward for a cure! … See MoreSee Less

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Beth Carey was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma at 15 years old. Beth has been in remission for 20 years and is now a nurse practitioner in urgent care. In 2012, as a Penn State student Beth was able to dance during THON Weekend representing Women’s Club Basketball, the same organization who danced for her during her diagnosis. To read Beth’s full story, click the link in our bio. … See MoreSee Less

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Delaney was diagnosed with High-Risk B-Cell Leukemia at 16 years old, in the midst of her sophomore year of high school.Delaney is currently in active treatment and continues to face each day with resilience and positivity. From managing her high school field hockey team to standing on the side lines and cheering on her team mates, Delaney is determined to continue her passion for sports.To learn more about Delaney’s story, read the link in our bio. … See MoreSee Less

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At just four years old, Chloe Nolf was diagnosed with Stage 5 alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma, a soft tissue tumor that is most common in older children and teenagers. After over a year and a half of chemotherapy and radiation, Chloe rang the bell and attended her first THON Weekend in 2025.Click the link in our bio to learn more about Chloe. … See MoreSee Less

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Since 1977 students at Penn State have taken a stand against childhood cancer and will continue to do so until the day we dance in celebration. Until then, love will lead us forward to raise money each year in pursuit of a cure. … See MoreSee Less

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What an incredible day at the THON™ 5K. We had a great time and hope you did too!#RunWithUsFTK … See MoreSee Less

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There’s still time to participate in our Dream Forward Social Media Storm. Help us kickoff Dream Forward by making a donation or sharing to your page! … See MoreSee Less

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Thank you to everyone who joined us at the THON 5K powered by @pncbank #RunWithUsFTK … See MoreSee Less

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