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Rulebook 2013 Penn State IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon PENN STATE IFC/PANHELLENIC DANCE MARATHON: AN INTRODUCTION 1972, 14-year old Christopher R. Millard wrote an essay that symbolized his battle with cancer. The essay, entitled The Four Diamonds, spoke of the four qualities, courage, wisdom, honesty, and strength, which were vital to his fight. Shortly after losing his battle to cancer, Christopher’s parents, Charles and Irma Millard, established The Four Diamonds Fund. The Fund exists to ease the financial burden on families whose children receive treatment at the Penn State Children’s Hospital at the Hershey Medical Center. In addition to providing direct assistance to families, The Fund provides money for clinical, educational, and research programs relating to childhood cancer. The Interfraternity Council’s (IFC) Dance Marathon began in 1973. In 1977, THON began its relationship with The Four Diamonds Fund with the Panhellenic Council joining IFC as a co-sponsor in 1989. To date, THON has contributed more than $89 million to help support the families and children. Officially recognized as the largest student-run philanthropy in the world, THON was responsible for contributing 72% of the total revenue of The Four Diamonds Fund in the 2011 fiscal year. What makes THON special is not the money itself, but the reason for which those funds are raised. THON provides help to countless families while instilling a sense of hope and confidence in all of the children that The Fund supports. With the continued effort and dedication of all those involved, that sense of hope continues to rise to unprecedented levels. Each year, more than 15,000 students contribute their time and effort to raise money through solicitations and sponsorships. The dedication and hard work of each student culminates in one weekend in February: THON. More than 700 students dance continuously for 46 hours, without sitting or sleeping, to show their support for the families of children with cancer. Despite the obvious physical pains each dancer endures, it is frequently described as one of the most rewarding experiences of their lives. In the words of former Penn State University president, Bryce Jordan, “It is an act of pure unselfishness.” “By now, the once clear path had disappeared…Millard struggled a few feet higher and he knew not all was lost…shortly after, he looked directly upon the tree of life…and the joy of the precious fruit had freed him of the mountain’s fearful curses.” --Christopher Millard 2
Rulebook 2013 Penn State IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon Welcome to THON 2013! The THON Rulebook is your resource for everything regarding dates, policies, and regulations of the Penn State IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon – the largest student-run philanthropy in the world. Answers to questions concerning fundraising, dancer requirements, event access, and much more can be found here. Keep in mind that this rulebook includes changes to the rules and regulations from years past, so it is essential that the THON 2013 Rulebook, rather than past rulebooks, be read cover-to-cover and consulted for any policy inquiries. A number of sections in particular have been added and/or updated for your convenience. These sections include but are not limited to: v� Volunteer Involvement v� Standards for Interaction with Minors v� Four Diamonds Recycling Effort Information v� THON Chair Requirements v� Fundraising Improvements v� Overall Contact Information v� Vehicle Codes v� Codes of Conduct for THON Volunteers v� Canning Workshop Information v� A list of Important Dates for THON Chairs v� And much more… On behalf of the THON 2013 Overall Committee, we would like to thank you for your tireless effort and dedication to this cause. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions. Additionally, we invite you to visit www.thon.org for contact information, event dates, Committee information, and important documents. THON 2013 promises to be a rewarding and successful chapter in the longstanding tradition of Penn State IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon. Thank you for being an integral part of this remarkable cause! In the spirit of THON… For The Kids, Mike Wellner Will Martin Penn State IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon Penn State IFC/Panhellenic Dance Marathon 2013 Overall Rules and Regulations Chairperson 2013 Overall Chairperson rules.regulations@thon.org overall@thon.org 1-800-392-THON (8466) 1-800-392-THON (8466) 3
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