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A Year Long Effort

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A Year Long Effort

THON volunteers and supporters nationwide participate throughout the year in various events that give hope and support to families battling childhood cancer.

 

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THON 5k powered by PNC

The THON 5K powered by PNC is one of the largest races in Central Pennsylvania with over 4,000 runners and participants every year. Kicking off the THON season, this day includes kids’s race, a fun walk/run, a family speaker, music, food, games a raffle, and more!
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Harvest Day

Harvest Day is a chance for Four Diamonds families to bond with the THON volunteers while playing games and doing fun activities at a local farm. Kids are given the chance to take a hayride, pick pumpkins, and even run through a corn maze.
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Hair Donations Benefiting Wigs For Kids

For over seven years, THON has partnered with Wigs For Kids, an organization that provides children and families with wigs at no cost. There are multiple hair donation events throughout the year, including a donation at the 100 Says ‘Til THON Celebration and an on-stage hair donation…
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100 Days ‘Til THON

100 Days ‘Til THON is a university-wide celebration that generates excitement for THON weekend. This all-day event features the previous year’s line dance, music from the entertainment committee, fundraisers, a merchandise sale, and performances from student organizations.
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THON Sports Games

Various Penn State sports teams partner with THON throughout the year to host a game benefiting our efforts. These sporting events spread awareness and provide an opportunity for Four Diamonds families to travel to State College to spend time with one another and their respective paired organizations.
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Family Carnival

Families have the chance to get an early taste of the THON Weekend energy and excitement at the Family Carnival. Kids can play carnival games provided by THON volunteers and all attendees gather at the end for the highly anticipated annual THON logo reveal.
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THON Weekend

Our yearlong efforts culminate in a 46-hour no-sitting, no-sleeping, dance marathon. Every Febuary, 16,500 student volunteers join together in the Bryce Jordan Center for a weekend of special moments with out Four Diamonds families. To learn more about THON Weekend, check out the THON Weekend tab!
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Closer To A Cure Celebration

The Closer to a Cure Celebration recognizes the hard work that donors and volunteers contribute throughout the year, This event is a night full of awards, speakers, and dinner.
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Ready to Make a Difference?

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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