We support pediatric rehabilitation programs at C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital through therapies such as Talk Around Town, tree climbing, bowling, yoga, creative coping and so many more. The therapies help kids have unique experiences beyond what they may encounter every day and help them hone in on skills to enhance their day to day lives.

People join DMUM for a variety of reasons! Some people are seeking to make our large campus smaller and DMUM is a great network to make new connections. Others are simply looking for a way to give back to their community and impact the lives of others, and DMUM is formatted to make this possible-even for busy U of M students. No dancing experience is needed, we are not a dance group!

You can join DMUM as a Student Organization dancer team and have as many people as you want on that team. The same goes for Sororities and Fraternities as well! Reach out to dmum.studentorgs@umich.edu if you are interested in creating a team.

Fill out the registration on the Dancer Registration Page under the Dancers Tab.

You can volunteer at Dance Marathon therapies by going to the Volunteer Page under the Dancers Tab. There you will find the current volunteer opportunities. 

We encourage dancers to set a fundraising goal for themselves, whether it be $200, $300, or even $500. Dancer captains are encouraged to raise at least $350, and members of leadership are encouraged to raise at least $600. We provide countless resources throughout the year to help you reach your fundraising goal. If you have any questions about upcoming fundraisers, or want to make a personalized fundraising plan, feel free to reach out to your Dancer Fundraising Coordinator and they can provide you with more resources!

At Victorthon, hundreds of dancers stand on their feet for 24 hours to show their dedication to our cause. It is hours of fun for students and families, with games, line dancing, and performances by students and kids.

Standing at Victorthon for 24 hours is the celebration of our continual support of the kids and families we volunteer with, fundraise for, and support throughout the year. By staying awake and on our feet, we gain insight into the challenges and frustration that the children we support overcome each day.

Absolutely not! There is a LOT more to Dance Marathon at the University of Michigan than just dancing. We are a fundraising and volunteering student organization. Victorthon is where the dancing takes place, but it is a personal choice and is not a requirement- it is just a great way to motivate yourself and have fun alongside your friends and family.