Mini Dance Marathon Ignites Spirits at Wellspring

Each year, Penn State students organize THON, the largest student-run philanthropy in the world. This 46-hour dance marathon benefits the Four Diamonds Fund for children battling cancer at Penn State Hershey Children’s Hospital. In January, residents, family members, and staff helped to show their support for this great cause by participating in Wellspring’s Mini THON, a 46-minute dance party that transformed the community’s Gathering Room into a dance club! Smiles and laughter were abundant, as the crowd moved to the tunes of the Andrews Sisters, the Temptations, Count Bassie, and other favorites. As the clock ticked down and the dancing drew to a close, the party continued in Wellspring’s Country Kitchen. Dancers and supporters alike were treated to specialties from our H’art and Soul of dining program, featuring a wide spread of miniature savory eats and sweet treats! The theme for Penn State’s 2017 THON is “Ignite Hope Within”. We can certainly say that Mini THON ignited our spirits at Wellspring, and we pass that torch of excitement to the Penn State students as they dance for hope this February 17-19.