BuckeyeThon raises $872,919.13 for Nationwide Children's Hospital
BuckeyeThon raises $872,919.13 for Nationwide Children's Hospital
Columbus, Ohio — The Ohio State University reports that the 2026 BuckeyeThon dance marathon raised $872,919.13 to support children and families at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
The report describes the effort as "Dancing with purpose and giving from the heart." 🕺❤️
BuckeyeThon is promoting "Making Miracles" and invites people to join the movement at buckeyethon.osu.edu.
Source: The Ohio State University
Source Type: University
Source Location: Columbus
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