Take the Plunge

LETR "Bears" the Cold for SOTX!

For Immediate Release: February 13, 2008

Polar Plunge
Law enforcement officers will bear the cold as they plunge into icy waters for the 2008 Polar Plunge on Saturday, March 1 at the North Richland Hills NRH2O Water Park.  The event will begin with registration at 9:00 a.m.  Plungers will take the big dip at 10:00 a.m.  Participants will receive a long sleeve t-shirt and are eligible for other prizes, such as the highest fundraiser and best costume.

GET INVOLVED!  TAKE THE PLUNGE!
To plunge, individuals must collect a "bear" minimum of $50.  Collect pledges from friends, family, neighbors, and co-workers – the more you raise, the more you get!  Plunging as a team is more fun than plunging alone!  This event is great for church groups, companies, student organizations, families and friends.  For additional information or to register, contact the Greater Fort Worth area office at 817.332.3433. 

SUPPORT A PLUNGER!
Click here to support someone taking the plunge or to create a personal fundraising page for your plunging efforts.

In Texas, the Law Enforcement Torch Run began in 1985 and had grown to become one of the largest in the nation.  In the last decade, Torch Run has contributed over $11 million through the dedication of thousands of law enforcement personnel fundraising on behalf of SOTX.  The support provided by this dedicated group has contributed greatly to programs in local communities.

About Special Olympics Texas
Special Olympics Texas is a privately funded non-profit organization, providing year-round sports training and athletic competition for 27,610 children and adults with intellectual disabilities in the Lone Star State.  For more information, call 1.800.876.JOIN or visit our Web site at www.specialolympicstexas.org.

Presenting Sponsors: Joe's Crab Shack, North Richland Hills NRH2O Water Park

Co-Sponsors: Central Market, Coca-Cola Bottling Companies of Texas, ConocoPhillips, Food Town and Wal-Mart

Andi Baca Kelly
Public Relations Coordinator
Special Olympics Texas
akelly@sotx.org