Bowling Green State University students danced their hearts out for a good cause this weekend.
The 19th annual Dance Marathon – known as ZiggyThon – was held at the Perry Field House, and raised more
than $275,484.
The money goes to benefit Mercy Children’s Hospital in Toledo and the Children’s Miracle Network.
The funds help in sending children to therapy camps, buying medical supplies and equipment, and other
uses.
Dance Marathon is one of the largest student-run philanthropies in the state of Ohio, and holds events
year-round, including a Mini Marathon, an Extra Life video game fundraiser, and a benefit dinner. The
ZiggyThon finale, held this year on Saturday and Sunday, includes 32 hours of dancing and attracts
hundreds of participants annually. The event also incorporates a more-than 180-mile bicycle ride called
Bike for Tikes. The bike ride is the only one of its kind in the state, and lasts three days.
Participating students at ZiggyThon can take on a number of roles, including as dancer, or as a
"moraler" to root the dancers on. The event has previously been held at the Student Recreation
Center, which is currently undergoing renovations.
During the 32 hours, participants were entertained by acts such as bands, dance groups, comedy acts and
others.

The motto for the organization is "For the Kids."