UCF students raise a record $1.5 million for Arnold Palmer Hospital


1,000+ Students Danced for 20 Hours

Posted Tuesday, April 17, 2018 @ 1:59 PM

ORLANDO, April 9, 2018 – More than 1,000 UCF students stayed on their feet and danced for 20 hours this weekend at Knight-Thon, an event to benefit Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children, the local Children’s Miracle Network Hospital.

This year’s Knight-Thon raised $1,584,698, up more than $333,000 from last year, and the highest level in its 22-year history.

Held at the CFE Arena, Knight-Thon features a variety of activities and entertainment, as well as visits from local families and children served by the Children’s Miracle Network. Students break into dance every hour on the hour.

Knight-Thon is UCF’s largest student-run philanthropy, with close to 3,000 students raising money throughout the year through fundraisers and personal appeals.

The annual campaign culminates with UCF students staying on their feet to celebrate their fundraising efforts and pay tribute to local children. The extended standing is designed to give participants a greater understanding of the mental and physical challenges faced by youth who are assisted by the Children’s Miracle Network.

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