Yanney Heritage Park in winter, (Brian Neben, Central Nebraska Today)
KEARNEY — It’s that time of year again where warm-hearted people take a very cold dip for a good cause. The Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Nebraska is holding its annual Polar Plunge this Saturday, Feb. 1 at Yanney Heritage Park.
The Polar Plunge is an annual event that challenges participants to show support for Special Olympics Nebraska by plunging into a lake – in the dead of winter. Plungers are encouraged to form teams, dress in costume and share their experience by using the hashtag #BeBoldGetCold. Those brave enough to run into the icy waters raise money by collecting pledges from family and friends. Prizes are awarded for creativity and fundraising.
Proceeds from the Polar Plunge support the over 6,600 Nebraskans with an intellectual disability who participate in Special Olympics Nebraska.
“We are excited to kick off this year’s Polar Plunges! This annual fundraiser is a great way to raise necessary funds and awareness for our athletes in a fun and unique way,” said Carolyn Chamberlin, President and CEO of Special Olympics Nebraska.
Join Special Olympics Nebraska athletes and supporters at the Plunge! There will be opportunities to get great photos and interviews as the community comes together to be Freezin’ for a Reason.
The Polar Plunge starts at 11:00a.m. at Yanney Heritage Park with registration beginning at 10:30 a.m. There will be a post-plunge party immediately following the event at the Yanney Park Pavillion.
To more information or to sign up for the Polar Plunge visit www.sone.org
About Special Olympics Nebraska
Special Olympics Nebraska is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization, which was founded in 1972. The mission of Special Olympics Nebraska mission is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy, and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills, and friendships with their families, and other Special Olympics athletes and the community.
About Polar Plunge: The Polar Plunge is an annual fundraising event that challenges participants to take a freezing dip in support of Special Olympics Nebraska. Through the collective bravery and generosity of plungers and supporters, the event raises vital funds and awareness for Special Olympics Nebraska.