Dance
Marathon, an event held annually on campuses around the United States to raise
money for over 170 Children’s Miracle Network hospitals. The Iowa State Dance
Marathon raises money for the Univeristy of Iowa Children’s Hospital, which is
located in Iowa City.
Throughout
my freshmen year, Dance Marathon was one of the main clubs that I got involved
with. Coming from a small town, I knew of many familiar faces that have been
blessed by the care of the University of Iowa Children’s Hospital.
Dance marathon at Iowa
State University is an event held in January put on by ISU students. At this event,
participants (dancers) stay on their feet for FIFTEEN hours to symbolize our
support for the families who spend countless hours in hospital waiting rooms. But
it's not a punishment for us it's a party. We listen to music, play games, hang
out with the kids we help, and even do a bit of dancing.
As an ISU
student organization, Dance Marathon consists of 185 ISU undergrads, and last
year our event attracted 900 student dancers. But Dance Marathon is about
the kids and their families at the University of Iowa Children’s Hospital.
We know that one of the best ways to benefit these families is by
strengthening the community we all share, making a long-term difference in the
lives of our neighbors and friends.
Since beginning, Dance Marathon has raised a total of $2.7 million for
University of Iowa Children’s Hospital. Dance Marathon represents a
life-changing experience, complete with the opportunity to meet Iowa children
and families who have directly benefited from University of Iowa Children’s Hospital!
In
2014, Iowa State University’s Dance Marathon raised over $427,000.00 together, FOR THE KIDS!
Dance
Marathon was an amazing experience as a dancer! My sophomore year I wanted to
get more involved in the organization, and decided to apply for the families
committee within Dance Marathon.
On families committee I have a family that I
am in contact with throughout the year and inform them about upcoming events
that Dance Marathon puts on for the families that are with ISU Dance Marathon.
My personal fundraising
goal is $350. I would appreciate any support you give me for this worthwhile
cause. All contributions will benefit the University of Iowa Children's
Hospital. Any contribution will help, and all donations are tax deductible.
Donating online is safe and
easy! To make an online donation please search for my name where it says
"Quick fundraiser search" at the link below to donate on my
behalf.
Thank you for considering
this request for your support! Feel free to contact me with any questions you
may have about this event!
In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.
Matthew 5:16
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