Dance Marathon 2016
When: Saturday, Feb. 20, from 2 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Where: Jo Ann Gora Student Recreation and Wellness Center
Students must have previously registered for the event to attend.
Every year, hundreds of students lace up their shoes and prepare to dance for 12 hours to raise money for Riley Hospital for Children.
Dance Marathon is a fundraising event that raises money for the children who use Riley Children's Hospital and their families. Part of the mission is to celebrate hope and healing for the families.
Last year, Ball State broke its previous fundraising record by raising $502,103.22.
The event goes from 2 p.m. to 2 a.m., and students spend those 12 hours playing games, listening to music, dancing and more.
Some veteran Dance Marathon attendees gave some advice for those new to Dance Marathon and shared their favorite memories of past events.
Tips for first-timers:
Victoria Ducret, sophomore psychology major, said they should really make the effort to raise money for the event.
“Don’t be afraid to really commit, get personal, and go the extra mile in fundraising,” Ducret said. “It makes a difference.”
Regan Gray, a junior hospitality and food management major, said first-timers should make sure to hang out with the Riley kids who will be attending the event.
Jacob Logeman, director of technology for Dance Marathon, said sometimes a donation to the event can help out the person donating, too.
“Donate to your crush’s fundraising page to get their attention. I’ve done it,” Logeman said.
Cierra Payton, a three-year veteran and member of Dance Marathon Executive Council, said it’s important to be friendly.
“Bring comfy shoes and mingle with the Riley kids and families,” Payton said. “They are here to meet us, and they love meeting new faces.”
Favorite Part of Dance Marathon:
Payton said the best part of the night is at the end, when the total amount of money raised is revealed. She said energy fills the room and the Riley families become overwhelmed with joy at all the hard work the Dance Marathon committees have put in.
Logeman’s favorite part is the experience of the whole campus coming together, sharing passion and raising money for the cause.
“It is really unifying for Ball State,” Logeman said.
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