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We invite you to join us for the Second Annual Hope Gala: It's Up to You, New York!

Inspired by our HOPE for a cure, Penn State alumni in the greater New York City area created The Hope Gala in 2008 to support Penn State Dance Marathon (THON)-the world's largest student-run philanthropy. THON has raised more than $52 million to benefit the Four Diamonds Fund at Penn State Children's Hospital and is supported year-round by students and alumni alike, who have joined together to raise funds and awareness for the fight against pediatric cancer.

In January 2010, more than 250 New York area alumni and friends gathered at the landmark venue Capitale for the second annual event.

Last year alone, THON raised more than $7.4 million dollars for the Four Diamond's Fund, supporting its mission to conquer childhood cancer. By supporting The Hope Gala, you can play a role in what has become one of Penn State's greatest and most unifying traditions.

To find out more information about THON, the Four Diamonds Fund and our plans for the 2011 Hope Gala please explore our website, or reach out to myself or any of our event chairs. You can also follow the Hope Gala online via Twitter and Facebook. We look forward to seeing you in 2011!

It's up to you New York!

For the Kids,

Meghan Day
2010 Overall Chairperson