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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
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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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We are one month away from the THON 5k powered by PNC bank! Use the link in our instagram bio to register for the event! #RunWithUsFTK See MoreSee Less
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5 days ago

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Student Matching is happening now! Every other student donation is matched up to $10 until funds run out. See MoreSee Less
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5 days ago

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Surprise Matching Day is TODAY! Every other donation will be matched up to $100 until funds run out. Then at 6pm EST, every other student donation will be matched up to $10 until funds run out! See MoreSee Less
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6 days ago

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When Travis was diagnosed with cancer, his family entered a battle that required strength. Through the support of THON and the Four Diamonds, the Travis Knopp family has found their strength and continues to share their story to inspire others and remind us why we fight.The Travis Knopp Family has participated in many 5Ks to honor Travis and continues to raise money for the Four Diamonds.To learn more about Travis Knopp, follow the link in our bio! For The Kids®#ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth See MoreSee Less
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1 week ago

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Get excited, just 150 days until THON Weekend! #FTK 🎗️ See MoreSee Less
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During Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, we would like to reflect on the global impact THON™ has had. Through your continuous dedication For the Kids, together we can work towards a cure! 🎗️ #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth See MoreSee Less
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2 weeks ago

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We want to continue Childhood Cancer Awareness Month with the Carly Wilfong family story.Carly is grateful for all the wisdom she has received from the THON™ Community and The Four Diamonds families. Carly says, “I wish I never had to experience cancer, but wisdom through hardship has been a gift I will always cherish!”Carly has been in remission for 32 years! She enjoys being an active member in her church’s youth leader group, attending and participating in THON, dancing at Hershey School of Dance and Arts, and teaching pop-up Zumba classes. For The Kids™ #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth See MoreSee Less
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3 weeks ago

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The Collin Kratzer family has said that during his diagnosis, they gave him the name “Collin ‘Cure-ageous’. His courage gave us the courage to get through everything together.”Collin Kratzer’s courage has inspired many throughout his battle with medulloblastoma brain cancer which started at just 16 months old. Collin has now been cancer free since 2012!Want to continue reading about Collin Kratzer? Follow the link in our bio to read the full story! For The Kids™#ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth See MoreSee Less
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3 weeks ago

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Want to be a part of the fight again childhood cancer? Applications for THON 2026 committee members are now live! Apply at think.THON.org or follow the link in our bio. Applications are due by 11:59 PM September 18! See MoreSee Less
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3 weeks ago

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Yesterday we celebrated our annual THON™ @pennstatefball game! Thank you to Penn State athletics, our @fourdiamonds families in attendance, and all of the amazing fans for your continued support. Go Penn State, Beat Childhood Cancer! See MoreSee Less
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