WELCOME TO THE 2024 POLAR PLUNGE

Every Splash Raises Cash

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Total Raised

$158,891
Total Plungers:369

HOW IT WORKS

The Polar Plunge is a series of events where people brave the cold for the athletes of Special Olympics Michigan.

1

REGISTER

Sign up to Plunge at one of our 25 events state-wide. Recruit friends and family to join your team!
2

FUNDRAISE

Raise the minimum $100 to support the athletes of Special Olympics Michigan. Go above and beyond to make a greater impact and earn awesome incentives!
3

PLUNGE

Jump into freezing cold water and bask in your generous glory!
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2025 LEADERBOARDS

INDIVIDUALS

Bobby Swennes|Brookfield Properties

Registered for the Polar Plunge
Raised $1,000
Raised $500
Team Captain
Long Time Plunger (5+ Years)
My First Plunge!
$11,352Raised(142%)
0

Tyrone Harvey|Team EY - Freezin’ for a Reason

Registered for the Polar Plunge
Raised $1,000
Raised $500
Team Captain
Long Time Plunger (5+ Years)
My First Plunge!
$5,338Raised(107%)
0

Simon Carney|Brookfield Properties

Registered for the Polar Plunge
Raised $1,000
Raised $500
Team Captain
Long Time Plunger (5+ Years)
My First Plunge!
$5,112Raised(102%)
0

Michael Bowman|Warm Hearts but Cold Parts

Registered for the Polar Plunge
Raised $1,000
Raised $500
Long Time Plunger (5+ Years)
Team Captain
My First Plunge!
$4,716Raised(135%)
0

Doug Armstrong|Team Doug & Steve & Joe

Registered for the Polar Plunge
Raised $1,000
Raised $500
Team Captain
Long Time Plunger (5+ Years)
My First Plunge!
$4,656Raised(93%)
0

Joe Musker|Team Doug & Steve & Joe

Registered for the Polar Plunge
Raised $1,000
Raised $500
Team Captain
Long Time Plunger (5+ Years)
My First Plunge!
$3,637Raised(117%)
0

Special Olympics Athlete

Warm Hearts but Cold Parts

$11,618Raised(155%)
155%

Bob's Discount Furniture

$2,819Raised(113%)
113%

Athlete Team!

$1,468Raised(147%)
147%

Team SODC Staff

$930Raised(19%)
19%

Gallaudet Bison

$750Raised(38%)
38%

Community Team

Young Professionals Council

$12,553Raised(84%)
84%

Team Doug & Steve & Joe

$10,135Raised(101%)
101%

DC Odd Fellows

$5,999Raised(1200%)
1200%

Jose’s Angels

$4,970Raised(99%)
99%

Knights of Columbus

$3,658Raised(732%)
732%

Tess & Friends

$2,843Raised(142%)
142%

Corporate

Brookfield Properties

$22,473Raised(75%)
75%

Team EY - Freezin’ for a Reason

$13,874Raised(139%)
139%

Young Professionals Council

$12,553Raised(84%)
84%

Team SOI

$5,383Raised(108%)
108%

Team Janney

$4,184Raised(84%)
84%

Tess & Friends

$2,843Raised(142%)
142%

Law Enforcement

Warm Hearts but Cold Parts

$11,618Raised(155%)
155%

VCSD

$4,282Raised(428%)
428%

First District Frost

$1,527Raised(137%)
137%

MPD Youth Division

$620Raised(124%)
124%

6D Spartans

$561Raised(112%)
112%

Third District Dippers

$547Raised(109%)
109%

College/University Group

Georgetown Women's Soccer

$3,465Raised(346%)
346%

Special Olympics Georgetown

$1,760Raised(352%)
352%

guwra

$1,109Raised(1109%)
1109%

GW Med

$957Raised(191%)
191%

Gallaudet Bison

$750Raised(38%)
38%

Central Michigan University

$539Raised(108%)
108%

EARN BADGES

REGISTER FOR A POLAR PLUNGE

FIRST TIME TAKING THE PLUNGE

LONG TIME PLUNGER (16+ YEARS)

EARNED A SWEATSHIRT ($100)

HIT $1000

HIT $3000

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FILL THE MAP!

Let’s celebrate the nationwide support for Special Olympics Michigan by filling up this map with at least one generous donation from every state.

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CHALLENGES - COMING SOON!

Stay tuned for some exciting challenges, including the Top Individual Fundraiser and Top Team of the Month challenges, alongside a host of other exciting challenges. Get ready to embrace the excitement!

INCENTIVES

$100

This premium long-sleeve 2025 commemorative dri-fit shirt features the new DC Polar Plunge design and is the perfect memento of the Plunge.

$250

The DC Polar Plunge high-performance athletic crew socks will keep you warm post plunge! The Plunge mug features a speckled glaze that will remind you of the time you took a splash to make our community more inclusive.

$500

This warm slub fleece ¼ Zip Pullover is your new go-to piece in your wardrobe. Crafted from high-quality, soft materials, this pullover promises warmth and coziness, ideal for those chilly days when layering is essential.

$1000

Whichever way your day flows the Stanley insulated tumbler with lid and straw for water, smoothie and more is your dream tumbler. Your drinks will stay cold, iced or hot for hours!

$2500

VIP Plunger status! Choose your favorite item from a level below. Post plunge you can warm up by using your new plush polar plunge towel. Plus, enjoy a free beverage at the Post Plunge Party at Solace Outpost.

$5000

VIP Plunger status! You went above and beyond! Choose two of your favorite items from the level below. Post plunge you can warm up by using your new plush polar plunge towel. Plus, enjoy a free beverage at the Post Plunge Party at Solace Outpost. You will also receive a $100 giftcard to use at Solace Outpost

Incentives Poster (Downloadable PDF)

*Incentive Items are not cumulative and are based on individual fundraising**

DONOR ROLL

Thank you to all our donors—your generous contributions go directly towards making a meaningful impact.