Wake ‘n Shake 2012

As of March 27, this year’s efforts have raised $105,000, more than double last year’s total and the most money ever raised by a single philanthropy event for the Piccolo Fund.

Participants were on their feet for 12 hours (noon to midnight), and joined in a variety of activities, including crazy games, competitions and a group line dance.

Musicians, dance groups, and student and community organizations provided entertainment during the marathon. Throughout the event, cancer survivors, and families and friends of cancer victims inspired dancers by sharing their testimonials. Dancers were faced with both mental and physical challenges in an effort to symbolize the obstacles faced by those diagnosed with cancer.