Our Beneficiary

United in Hope

In 1977, THON partnered with our sole beneficiary, Four Diamonds at Penn State Health Children’s Hospital. Since then, THON has raised more than $236 million for Four Diamonds and their efforts to conquer childhood cancer.

Supporting Families

Four Diamonds offsets the cost of treatment that insurance does not cover, as well as expenses that may affect the welfare of the child.

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Superior Care

Four Diamonds covers 100 percent of all medical expenses related to cancer care not covered by insurance for eligible Four Diamonds children.

Innovative Research

Four Diamonds funds more than 90 researchers at Penn State College of Medicine who are conducting leading research and working with several elite research consortia, which unite oncologists across the country with the goal of finding a cure.

A Beacon of Hope in the Fight Against Childhood Cancer

Honoring a Legacy

Four Diamonds was established by Charles and Irma Millard after their son, Christopher, passed away at the age of 14 after battling cancer for three years.

Christopher’s story of a knight’s quest for courage, wisdom, honesty and strength was the inspiration for the name Four Diamonds. Through Four Diamonds, Chris Millard and his legendary story of Sir Millard live on, and serve as a beacon of hope for children and their families fighting cancer.

Learn More About Four Diamonds

Visit their website at FourDiamonds.org for more information

FOUR DIAMOND’S FINANCIALS

Christopher Millard’s Story

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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