Discover the mission behind THON, a student-led initiative dedicated to enhancing the lives of children and families impacted by childhood cancer.

For The Kids®

Why We THON

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

-So every cub can grow up to be a Nittany Lion

We THON for the day that we will celebrate a cure.

“As a community, we remain dedicated to the deeper meaning behind the monetary amount that we raise. The money we raise means that more than 4,000 families never see a medical bill, that parents can focus solely on the health of their child, and that kids are able to create positive memories despite this disease.”

For The Families

For The Fight

For The Cure

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THON™ is able to donate 96 cents of every dollar raised to Four Diamonds at Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital because of supporters like you. Your generosity creates moments of joy for Four Diamonds children and families and empowers our volunteers through year-round events, fundraisers and THON Weekend.

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Why We THON

Why We THON

-So every cub can grow up to be a Nittany Lion

We THON for the day that we will celebrate a cure.

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