El Jefe's Taqueria Will Donate Sales to THON on October 6
The State College restaurant will hold its fifth annual fundraiser to benefit the student-run dance marathon.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Philanthropy
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El Jefe's Taqueria plans to donate all sales from October 6, 2026, to THON, marking the fifth consecutive year the business has hosted the event. The fundraiser will run from 8 a.m. on October 6 until 4 a.m. on October 7.
Why it matters
The fundraiser supports THON, a student-run philanthropy at Penn State dedicated to raising funds and awareness for the fight against childhood cancer. By contributing daily revenue to the cause, local businesses like El Jefe's play a key role in supporting the marathon's annual donation totals.
The restaurant raised over $30,000 for the charity during its 2025 event. This year marks the fifth consecutive year that the establishment at 352 E. Calder Way has hosted the fundraiser.
The players
El Jefe's Taqueria
This local restaurant located at 352 E. Calder Way in State College is known for its involvement in community charitable events.
THON
This student-run philanthropy at Penn State organizes a year-long fundraising effort and dance marathon to fight childhood cancer.
The details
Customers participating in the fundraiser can credit their purchase to a specific THON organization, committee, or individual dancer. Those who do not have access to a crediting table at the time of purchase may email their receipt to ensure their support is properly directed.
Timeline
The fundraiser begins at 8 a.m. on October 6, 2026.
The donation period concludes at 4 a.m. on October 7, 2026.
Market Landscape
This fundraiser follows the established pattern of corporate engagement seen during the Penn State THON annual dance marathon. Such initiatives solidify the bond between local State College businesses and the university's primary philanthropic mission.
Customers can contribute to the charity through both in-person dining and online or delivery orders placed during the event window. Additionally, diners can win $50 DoorDash gift cards for orders placed during specific morning and late-night hours.
The takeaway
Supporting this event provides residents with a direct way to contribute to childhood cancer research while enjoying local dining options. Participants should ensure they credit their preferred organization or dancer to maximize the impact of their contribution.
Further reading
Learn more about local giving initiatives in our Philanthropy section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Onward State.
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