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THON 2018 raises $10.1 million for fight against childhood cancer

THON 2018 culminated with the final reveal of $10,151,663.93. Proceeds go to support for pediatric cancer patients and cancer research at Penn State's Hershey Medical Center. Credit: Maddie Almer. All Rights Reserved.

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -- Penn State's THON 2018 has raised $10,151,663.93 for Four Diamonds at Penn State Children's Hospital.

THON, the largest student-run philanthropy in the world, raises money to fight pediatric cancer.

This year, THON ran from Feb. 16 to 18 as dancers stood for 46 hours without sleep at the Bryce Jordan Center.

The funds raised by THON are used to cover the treatment costs for pediatric cancer patients as well as supported cancer research.

Since 1977, THON has raised more than $146 million for Four Diamonds at Penn State Hershey Children's Hospital.

Last Updated February 19, 2018