HARRISBURG — Three state senators are working to honor the annual THON fundraiser led by Penn State students to support families affected by childhood cancer.
Senators Wayne Langerholc, Jr. (R-35), Cris Dush (R-25) and Scott Martin (R-13) introduced a resolution Monday designating the week of February 13-19 as “THON Week” in Pennsylvania and honoring the work of the 16,500 Penn State student volunteers who make the fundraiser possible.
THON provides both emotional and financial support for families who benefit from the Four Diamonds Fund at Penn State Health Children’s Hospital. As the largest student-run philanthropy effort in the world, THON has raised $240 million to help 4,800 families since its creation in 1973.
The year-long fundraiser culminates in a 46-hour dance marathon that will take place February 17-19 at the Bryce Jordan Center. A livestream of the event is available at https://thon.org/livestream.
THON raised more than $13 million in 2022 alone.
Source: Senators honor Penn State’s THON, support pediatric cancer fight
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