According to the American Institute of Philanthropy, “most highly efficient philanthropies donate 75 percent of their revenue directly to their beneficiary.” Of the 2012 total, $10,289,884.60 (96.06%) was donated to the The Four Diamonds Fund.
Are you excited for THON 2013 yet? It's still 150 days away, but the 2013 THON promotional video should get you excited. The first canning weekend is only a week and a half away, with the "Why We Dance: The Story of THON" documentary set for public release on September 27.
September marks Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, something THON holds near and dear to their hearts. In that spirit, Emily Whitehead posed for a "Picture of Hope" photo session last week, and looks better than ever.
I have been through the application process, and I know first hand that it is nerve-racking. So after talking to a couple overalls, as well as looking back on my experience, I have come up with a short do's and dont's list for filling out THON captain applications.
THON.org got a new, much needed look yesterday. The new website provides users with a much more friendly interface -- a refreshing update from the old, often confusing site. There are still some remnants from the old site, including essentially the same content, but the site has several noticeable improvements.
With THON captain applications open on Monday, it’s time to start thinking about what position you want to go for, and how you want to present yourself. Check out our guide for application tips for success.