The Special Olympics New York hosted a Polar Plunge and competition at North Hempstead Beach Park Saturday. More than 100 fund-raising participants raised

Members of law enforcement and fire departments took part in the Polar Plunge in Marion on Sunday. Sheriff Matt Bayles hosted the event in the parking lot along Executive Drive. According to Bayles, “Lydia Frey from central dispatch was key in organizing this year’s event,

Hundreds of supporters dove into the Gifford Pinchot Park Saturday as part of the Special Olympics Pennsylvania annual Polar Plunge.

The Vermont Special Olympics held its 30th Annual Penguin Plunge on Saturday. Hundreds of participants and spectators showed up to the icy waters in support of a meaningful cause. The event not only brought people together but also far exceeded its fundraising goal,

Kayla Kubik, SOMI events/development and LETR coordinator, said over 275 participants registered to brave the “Plungester” tank at the ballpark this year.

The Eugene Polar Plunge is an annual event that raises money for Special Olympics Oregon. Special Olympics Oregon provides opportunities for athletes to compete at local, regional and statewide levels. The fundraiser supports over 5,000 athletes in Special Olympics across Oregon.