$111K Raised For Childhood Cancer Support At Radnor Middle School

RADNOR, PA — More than $111,000 was raised to support the fight against childhood cancer at Radnor Middle School's 8th annual Mini-THON event.

The event was held Friday at the school and saw more than 400 students and staff members participating.

These students and staff danced from late afternoon into the night to celebrate their efforts in the fight against pediatric cancer.

According to the district, students raised funds throughout the school year in support of Four Diamonds at Penn State Hershey Children's Hospital.

Since the launch of Mini-THON eight years ago, the school community has raised more than $760,000.

Mini-THON, modeled after Penn State's dance marathon "THON," includes games, activities, and speakers throughout the evening celebrating the culmination of weeks of fundraising.

The money raised will support Four Diamonds at Penn State Hershey Children's Hospital.

"Being on Radnor's Mini-THON committee is such an amazing experience," Marlow, an eighth grader at Radnor Middle School and a Student Overall Executive on the Mini-THON committee, said. "The positive energy the committee emits is truly rewarding, I am so lucky to be a part of this community!"

Because of the steady and generous support of communities like Radnor, Four Diamonds can cover 100 percent of all medical expenses related to cancer care not covered by insurance for eligible Four Diamonds children.

"The dedication of our students and staff in support of fighting childhood cancer year after year is remarkable," Radnor Middle School Principal Dr. Dave Wiedlich said. "We have such a supportive and caring community."

"It’s a unique leadership opportunity for our students to help children and their families who are experiencing the challenges of a cancer diagnosis," Dr. Ian Roth, faculty advisor for Mini-THON, said. "The lasting impact that our students are able to create makes the dedication worth it.”

Four Diamonds Mini-THONs are leadership opportunities that empower students to learn about event management and philanthropy. More than 200 schools host a Mini-THON event.