what is THON??
so everyones been asking what THON is...so i stole the stall stories....
WHAT IS THON?
Chances are, youre been hearing the word "THON" mentioned an awful lot around campus lately. Thats because its a big deal at PSU-and for a good reason. Thon, offically known as the Penn State IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon, is the largest student-run philanthropy in the world! Since 1973, it has raised over $23 million to support children with cancer and their families. As you could imagine, massive amounts of planning and fundraising are needed to pull off such a spectacular event every year. Thats one of the best things about THON-anyone can get involved! Thousands of students selflessly donate their time each year to prepare for this amazing ecperience, which culminates during THON weekend. This year, from FEB 20-22, about 700 dancers from student organizations of every kind will stay standing for 48 hours- "no sitting, no sleeping, no kidding!" After the last seconds tick away the total amount of money raised will be revealed. Even if youre not on a THON committee, you can still help by going to Rec Hall to cheer on the dancers and meet some of the children. It is truley an indescribable experience. Want more info on what you can do to get involved...check out www.thon.org
3,600,000 was raised for THON 2003
4,000 students volunteer their time, energy and hearts all year long
2,000 families have been helped
700 dancers stay on their toes for two days straight
230 organizations of all kinds get involved
48 hours of "no sitting, no sleeping, no kidding!" for the dancers
4 Diamonds Fun uses the millions of THON dollars to pay for medical bills, family needs and cancer research
1 cause...FOR THE KIDS!
WHAT IS THON?
Chances are, youre been hearing the word "THON" mentioned an awful lot around campus lately. Thats because its a big deal at PSU-and for a good reason. Thon, offically known as the Penn State IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon, is the largest student-run philanthropy in the world! Since 1973, it has raised over $23 million to support children with cancer and their families. As you could imagine, massive amounts of planning and fundraising are needed to pull off such a spectacular event every year. Thats one of the best things about THON-anyone can get involved! Thousands of students selflessly donate their time each year to prepare for this amazing ecperience, which culminates during THON weekend. This year, from FEB 20-22, about 700 dancers from student organizations of every kind will stay standing for 48 hours- "no sitting, no sleeping, no kidding!" After the last seconds tick away the total amount of money raised will be revealed. Even if youre not on a THON committee, you can still help by going to Rec Hall to cheer on the dancers and meet some of the children. It is truley an indescribable experience. Want more info on what you can do to get involved...check out www.thon.org
3,600,000 was raised for THON 2003
4,000 students volunteer their time, energy and hearts all year long
2,000 families have been helped
700 dancers stay on their toes for two days straight
230 organizations of all kinds get involved
48 hours of "no sitting, no sleeping, no kidding!" for the dancers
4 Diamonds Fun uses the millions of THON dollars to pay for medical bills, family needs and cancer research
1 cause...FOR THE KIDS!