Make the Plunge
Make sure you’re freezin’ for a reason this winter! Plunge into the icy waters of the Atlantic Ocean and warm your heart knowing you've raised funds for thousands of Special Olympics North Carolina athletes.
Brave the cold waters of the Atlantic Ocean on Saturday, February 20, 2010. Registration begins at 10:30am, Plunge starts at 1:00pm! Join the fun... we dare you!
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Make a big splash by getting your company, church, school or friends to participate.
Form a Polar Bear Club, raise money for the honor of dragging the boss in, plunge together as a group, or bring the whole family to plunge together. Everyone is sure to get their adrenaline pumping!
We strive for each plunger to raise a minimum donation of $50 to plunge, but all support is welcome for participation. No pre-registration is necessary - Simply show up the day of the plunge with your donation. If you would like to pre-register, please click here. Plungers can easily raise money by creating their own personal fundraising web page at www.firstgiving.com/sonc and contacting their friends and family to support their wet, wild and wintry leap!
Welcome
You can make a difference in the lives of thousands of children and adults with intellectual disabilities by supporting Special Olympics North Carolina in the annual North Carolina Polar Plunge hosted in Outer Banks, NC. In North Carolina, Special Olympics Programs reach more than 38,000 athletes. All of the athletes’ expenses – including training, uniforms, and travel related costs – are paid for through generous donations from individuals and businesses.
The Polar Plunge is an exciting and worthwhile fundraising event for individuals, families, schools, organizations and businesses alike to get involved in our North Carolina athletes’ successes by supporting an excellent charity. Your help will change athletes’ lives forever, from improving physical fitness and sports skills to enhancing self-confidence and social competency.
The Polar Plunge is unsurpassed in fun and enthusiasm from all participants, volunteers, and sponsors. A beach party like none other with live music, giveaways, and awards culminates in the highly anticipated plunge into the Atlantic Ocean--costumes and all. Be a part of so many people’s lives by sharing your time and support for Special Olympics North Carolina in Outer Banks, NC and come take the Plunge!