What is 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." -THON mission statement
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These yearlong efforts cumulate in a 46 hour no-sit, no-sleep dance marathon in February. Students from all organizations involved with THON volunteer to "dance" the full 46 hours on the floor and are supported by their thousands of students throughout the entire weekend and are joined by many of the Four Diamonds family. The funds raised through THON support each of the Four Diamonds families receiving care at the Penn State Hershey Children's Hospital to ensure that no family pays a single penny for their treatment, as well as providing them with emotional support through paired organizations. Volé is proud to be paired with the Noelle Weinhold family and the Julia O'Toole family. To read their story, check out our "Meet the Weinholds" and "Meet the O'Tooles" tab!
"The largest student-run philanthropy in the world." -THON.org
"FTK is how we roar!"-THON line dance 2019
Our Goal:
This year, our goal is to hit the $40,000 mark!