Madison Polar Plunge Update
This year 1,800 Plungers helped set a Madison Polar Plunge fund raising record by raising over $300,000. Since its inception eight years ago, the Madison Plunge has raised over $1 million for Special Olympics Wisconsin.
Congratulations to all those who worked hard raising money for Special Olympics Wisconsin and spent precious hours working on the perfect costume for plunging.
This year’s Plunge was a special event for Thomas Gregory and Sarah Martinson. Thomas proposed to Sarah prior to plunging, and she said yes! Check out a video from Channel 27 WKOW News at 10 as well as the Capital Times video for footage of the proposal and additional footage of the event.
Thanks to all local law enforcement for serving on the Plunge Committee, helping lend a hand at the event, and also to those who braved the icy water. Here are the breakdowns of the law enforcement teams identified:
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Dane County Sheriff's Dept. - $3,420
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UWPD - $2,480
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Horicon Police Dept. - $1,105
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Madison Police Dept. - $1,105
Contest Winners:
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Most Money Raised Individual - John Drake- $4,636
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Most Money Raised Group - Chassity’s Chill Seekers- $20,276
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Largest Group Plunge - Chassity’s Chill Seekers- 49 Plungers
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Most Original Plungewear - Groups
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Spidey Team
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Ghostbusters
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The Hairless Club for Men
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Famous Footwear “Cold Feet” Award - Thomas Gregory and his new fiance
Thank you to all of the Plungers, sponsors and volunteers who helped make the 2008 Polar Plunge a huge success!
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La Crosse Polar Plunge - Dippin' for a Decade
The La Crosse Polar Plunge celebrated its 10th year of plunging for Special Olympics. This year’s plunge was once again held at Black River Beach, La Crosse on March 1, 2008. Special Olympics Wisconsin would like to thank the 1,130 Plungers who helped raise over $155,000 in the La Crosse Polar Plunge for Special Olympics!
In celebration of the 10th anniversary, four brave souls sacrificed their bodies to plunge 10 times. In addition, the plunge recognized five dedicated individuals who have plunged each year for the last 10 years.
A massive post plunge celebration took place after the event to recognize the efforts of sponsors, volunteers, athletes, and plungers. Later in the evening, Pat McCurdy was greeted by hundreds of revelers looking to celebrate the success of another great plunge year.
Without the support of local sponsors this event would not be possible. Special Olympics Wisconsin would like to thank all our generous supporters of the La Crosse Plunge.
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Save the date for next year's Plunge
Saturday, March 7, 2009 at Black River Beach