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8 Reasons To Participate In Thon This Year

Give back, have fun, and remember it forever, all through Thon.

Feb 27, 2017

8 Reasons To Participate In Thon This Year

For those of you who do not know, Thon is the largest student-run philanthropy in the world. Many colleges and other schools around the country are now hosting Thon, which is a dance marathon that lasts copious hours depending on the school. There are so many reasons why students should try to get involved in this amazing organization that provides emotional and financial support, spreads awareness, and ensures funding, all to find a cure for cancer. Get involved for the kids! (FTK)

1. It becomes a fun competition

Some schools divide students into teams, so everyone starts to get competitive to see who can raise the most amount of money by the end of the event.

2. It is an easy way to get involved in your school community

Some clubs take countless hours of your time and are not rewarding. While preparation for Thon takes up a lot of time, the event is only one weekend and is definitely worth your time.

3. It is rewarding to stand with people who are all fighting for the same cause

Especially in an educational setting, everyone has different motivations, goals, and beliefs which can make things ambiguous. In this case, everyone is fighting for the same cause.

4. You will raise an insane amount of money that will benefit the lives of many

It feels so good to raise money for the kids!

5. You or someone you may know might have a connection to the cause

When you have a connection to the cause, it makes it more personal and rewarding.

6. You get to dance with your friends for hours

What's more fun than that?!

7. You will bring joy into families' lives to help them forget about existing battles for a weekend

It feels good to know that you will be brightening so many people's days.

8. For the kids!!

Think of how many children you will be benefitting! This is an extremely rewarding philanthropy.

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