Hope From Coast to Coast
Introducing the 8th annual Hope From Coast to Coast 2024 presented by the Dance Marathon Alumni Interest Group (DMAIG)!
In 2016, Hope From Coast to Coast (HFC2C) was formed by DMAIG to provide an outlet for Penn State Alumni to fundraise for the Penn State Dance Marathon (THON). Since its inception, alumni have collectively run over 5,000 miles and donated over $120,000 to THON through HFC2C. This year, participants can once again get involved through our Race Day during THON Weekend and the 46-Day virtual fitness challenge.
In 2016, Hope From Coast to Coast (HFC2C) was formed by DMAIG to provide an outlet for Penn State Alumni to fundraise for the Penn State Dance Marathon (THON). Since its inception, alumni have collectively run over 5,000 miles and donated over $120,000 to THON through HFC2C. This year, participants can once again get involved through our Race Day during THON Weekend and the 46-Day virtual fitness challenge.
HFC2C In-Person Run
Since 2022, Hope From Coast to Coast has hosted a 13.5 mile run in State College to symbolize the 135 miles between the children at Penn State Children's Hospital in Hershey and the Bryce Jordan Center. This year, HFC2C is expanding to include two additional race lengths: a 4K For Four Diamonds Fun Run, and a 0.46 Mile Walk. The races will take place on Sunday, February 18, 2024.
The course maps will be announced closer to the date of the event, but will start and finish near the Bryce Jordan Center. There will be no registration fee, but participants racing the 13.5 mile run will be asked to fundraise a minimum of $135 to participate in the event
The 46-Day Challenge
During the 46-Day Challenge, supporters from around the world can once again participate in the Hope From Coast to Coast. Each participant is challenged to get active every single day for 46 days leading up to THON Weekend. Each participant can define what active means to you. Once defined, you are challenged to post an Instagram or Facebook story each day with your progress while tagging DMAIG. The 46-day challenge begins on Monday, January 1, 2024.
Need help getting started? Check out our 2024 HFC2C Participant Toolkit for resources, tips and ideas!
For any questions, please reach out to the Hope From Coast To Coast team at hope@dmaig.org.
