After 7 years, Terp Thon is SO excited to announce the return of our Color Run, now rebranded as A Mile For Miracles! We’re bringing this beloved campus tradition with a renewed purpose: creating a fun, accessible way for the UMD and local communities to get involved with Terp Thon and support children’s health. A Color Run is a fun, community-focused event where participants walk or run along a designated route while being showered with colorful powder, creating a vibrant a

And just like that, Recruitment Week is over! From meeting new faces at tabling to making memories at our favorite events, this recruitment week was filled with laughter, new friendships, and so many reasons to get excited for this upcoming year of Terp Thon! Over the past few weeks, we’ve welcomed new Terps into our community, shared what makes Terp Thon so special, and celebrated the mission that brings us all together: supporting kids and families impacted by pediatric il

At Terp Thon, we are always looking for ways to expand our family, connect with the community, and raise funds for Children’s National Hospital. Following the incredible success of last year’s inaugural event, we are thrilled to hit the green once again for our Second-Annual Charity Golf Tournament! On September 30th, 2026, Terp Thon will be hosting its second-annual charity golf tournament at Bay Hills Golf Course in Arnold, MD. Registration starts at 8am with shotgun start

12 years old Cerebral Palsy Victoria was born three months prematurely where she was later diagnosed as a toddler with mild cerebral palsy, a neurological condition that causes difficulties with motor control and function. After being scared Victoria would need a wheelchair for the rest of her life, her mother was reassured and felt seen by her health care providers that calmed her nerves. After undergoing corrective orthopedic surgery, Victoria is in active treatment to stra

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