Polar Bears all over the Northwest Area are already planning for the Polar Bear Plunge. Start gathering your Polar Bears and working on your costumes now! Each Polar Bear raises a “bear”" minimum of $50.
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(Polar Bears must be at least 14 years of age.) We will present prizes for the top fundraiser, top fundraising school and the group that has the most polar bears. Don’t forget about the coveted Golden Plunger Award for the Polar Bear judged as having the best costume!
The 2008 Polar Bear Plunge is presented by KKWK, Regional Radio Quick (100.1 FM). This fundraiser is also held in conjunction with the Law Enforcement Torch Runrr. Crossroads Correctional Center is your host. The most efficient way to raise funds is via our online fundraising program. It’s un"bear"ably fun and easy to do!
You can not only register, but you can also create your own personal fundraising page by setting your goal, uploading your own photo and e-mailing your friends and family to support you as you support SOMO athletes. Online fundraising will grow your results and the overall event.
Our goal for our innaugural plunge at Lake Viking is to raise $10,000. It will take a team effort, but we can do it with your help. We look forward to seeing you at Lake Viking on February 9th!
In addition to the prize categories mentioned above, start working now to achieve one of these fantastic prizes, which are available to all plungers:
For $250 — Polar Bear Plunge backpack;
For $500 — Polar Bear Plunge backpack or Polar Bear Plunge barrel cooler
For $1000 — Polar Bear Plunge backpack or Polar Bear Plunge barrel cooler or Polar Bear vest (in your favorite color!)
For more information, call the Special Olympics office for Northwest Missouri at 816- 632-6232 or email Melody Prawitz at [email protected] or call Capt. Tim Goebel from the Crossroads Correctional Center at 816-632-2727.