HARRISBURG, Pa. — MI Windows and Doors, part of MITER Brands and the official window and door partner of Penn State Athletics, is proud to continue its longstanding support of Penn State University’s THON event with a new initiative this year. The brand is backing the fundraising efforts of 18 student-athletes from Penn State’s football, wrestling, volleyball, and baseball teams as they mobilize the community in support of THON 2026.

Through digital campaigns, community outreach, and personal engagement, the student-athletes will encourage the Penn State community and beyond to make contributions to their collective fundraising page at thon.org/MIWindows. To strengthen these contributions, MITER Foundation, the charitable arm of MITER Brands, will match up to $50,000 in donations, doubling the impact of every dollar contributed. This matching initiative underscores the foundation’s dedication to supporting children and families impacted by pediatric cancer.

THON, the largest student-run philanthropy in the world, is Penn State’s annual 46-hour, no-sitting, no-sleeping dance marathon, taking place February 20-22, 2026, at the Bryce Jordan Center. Organized by thousands of student volunteers each year, THON raises essential funds to ensure Four Diamonds children receive world‑class care at Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital at no cost, advance critical childhood cancer research, and provide emotional support — all in pursuit of a cure.

Since 1977, THON has raised more than $254 million for Four Diamonds at Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital. More than 16,500 student volunteers come together to spread awareness and raise funds, and 96 cents of every dollar raised goes directly to Four Diamonds at Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital.

“As longtime supporters of Penn State Athletics and with many Penn State alumni on our team, partnering with student-athletes to raise awareness for THON feels especially meaningful,” 

said Matt DeSoto, CEO of MITER Brands and Board Chair of MITER Foundation. “We’re proud to stand behind a student-run philanthropic organization that supports children and families impacted by childhood cancer, and we couldn’t be more honored to stand alongside the students who make THON possible, because We Are...For The Kids.”