SAVE THE DATE!

10/17/2013

 
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Please join us in celebrating our 8th annual Dance Marathon at Southeast Missouri State University in Cape Girardeau.

 Dance Marathon is a twelve-hour event held each year at Southeast Missouri State University to celebrate a yearlong effort to raise funds and awareness for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals of Greater St. Louis. Students remain on their feet for the entire event in solidarity with those battling childhood illness, to stand for those who can’t.

The main goal of Dance Marathon is to provide hope for the children at St. Louis Children’s Hospital and SSM Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center. All of the proceeds from the event stay in the St. Louis area and directly benefit local children. Funds raised are divided equally between these pediatric hospitals and help to provide the best possible care and experience for these kids.

This year, the event will be held on February 22, 2014 10:00 am to 10:00 pm. We welcome all to join and participate in this amazing event – no dance experience required! The night is filled with laughter, dancing, performances, and touching moments, as our Miracle Families, patients treated at the hospitals and those who have supported them, share their stories. We take the time to honor our Miracle Families, show our support, and give the kids a chance at the childhood they deserve!



Relive Dm'13!

3/28/2013

 
 
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If you are interested in a leadership position for the 2013-2014 academic year, please download this application.

You will need to save it to your computer and type your responses. When you are finished, please e-mail the application to
[email protected]

-Applications are due April 8th
-Interviews will be held on
April 15th & 16th
For questions please contact us at
[email protected]

 
 

come out to Chik fil on tuesday!

 
Kristin and members of the Exec Board.,

"Thank you for all your hard work on this year's dance marathon. It has been our family's priviledge to attend as an honorary guest for the past six years and it is truly a highlight of our year.

'Unless you have walked the path of a child diagnosed with a life threatening disease, or been the parent of that child, it is truly difficult for you to appreciate how valuable your efforts are. Childhood is suposed to be a magical time in one's life. When children are diagnosed with a disease, the magic is immediately replaced by pain, fear and uncertainty. For a parent, the initial fear is closer to terror. There is nothing more difficult than watching your child suffer, or being afraid of losing that child. There is also the fear of how this diagnosis will impact other family members, family finances, and personal careers. Suddenly, nothing is normal and everything feels overwhelming. Even if your child survives, you question the quality of life they will enjoy. Children's Miracle Network provides tremendous hope. They are there to support families through all the questions and challenges. However, the organization must be supported by individuals willing to give of their time and resources. That is where you come in.

"The dance marathon is so much more than just a fund raising effort. Your smiles and your physical presence show these children that others care like nothing else can. The money means very little to a young child. The time you spend listening to their story, playing with them, and making them feel important, means everything. They also benefit tremendously from meeting other children in a fun environment outside a hospital or clinic. Matt treasures his friendships with Josh and the others. This is a day of celebration for them!

As a parent, I am extremely grateful that your exec board has worked to provide this time. I treasure the time to meet and share with other parents knowing my child is having a great day. I also appreciate the hotel room and the chance to have a night away as a family without more expense. Even six years out, our medical bills for checkups are extremely high. We max our deductible every year.

"My only suggestion for future marathons would be to find ways to encourage interactions between the dancers and the kids. I think everyone would benefit from getting to know each other a little better. The kids truly idolize the college students and they love it when you spend time with them!"

Thanks again for all you do!

Jeanne Williams

 
It's that time of the year again! If you're a business, or know of a business, in the Cape Girardeau area that is looking to promote their services please consider becoming event sponsor for Dance Marathon 2013!

Download the 2012-2013 sponsorship opportunities packet

NEW LOOK!

8/3/2012

 
 

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

$7,919 Raised!

4/11/2012

 
Thank you to all the dancers, participants, donors, and local businesses that helped Dance Marathon at SEMO raise $7,919 for Children's Miracle Network of Greater St. Louis! We could not have done it without your support and dedication!
Always,
For the Kids!