See the Polar Plunge Slide Show!
N.C. State’s 3rd Annual Polar Plunge for
Special Olympics North Carolina
Date: February 2nd, 2008 (Groundhog Day!)
Registration Time: 9:00 am
Plunge Time: 11:00 am
The Polar Plunge:
On February 2nd, 2008, North Carolina State University will be holding its 3rd annual Polar Plunge for Special Olympics North Carolina! This event will kick off the N.C. State Police Department’s fundraising efforts for the North Carolina Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics. Those souls who brave the cold water will be rewarded with a warm tent to dry off in and hot chili to feast on after the event. And everyone will have an opportunity to donate at the event, as well as shop around in our bake sale, so remember to bring a bit of cash!
Participation:
The participants in the Polar Plunge must collect at least $50.00 in donations to be given the chance to jump into Lake Raleigh in the middle of winter. They can do this by getting people to sponsor them, and the easiest way is through the www.firstgiving.com/sonc website, where people can donate securely online to those they wish to sponsor.
Awards:
A t-shirt will be given for participation. Awards will be given out for the youngest plunger, the oldest plunger, the best costume, the largest group to plunge, and the individual who raises the most money. Raffle prizes from local businesses will be given out following the plunge.
Sponsorship:
Businesses and groups will be given the opportunity to sponsor the event. Sponsorship levels are as follows:
- Silver Sponsors ($100 donation): Silver sponsors will be able to have their name or organization listed on the back of the T-shirt, and a certificate of appreciation will also be mailed.
- Gold Sponsors ($250 donation): Gold Sponsors will be able to have their logo on the back of the T-shirt. A certificate of appreciation will also be mailed.
- Platinum Sponsors ($500 donations): Platinum Sponsors will be able to have their name and a larger logo on the sleeve of the T-shirt. Also, they will be mentioned as sponsors in the Public Service Announcements and flyers. A certificate of appreciation will be mailed.
In Kind Gifts: In kind gifts will be considered as well as cash donations. These gifts can be placed in the above listed levels.
All checks should be made payable to Special Olympics North Carolina. The deadline for Sponsorship (to be printed on the t-shirt) is January 9, 2008. All contributions are tax-deductible, and you will receive a receipt for your donation.
Questions?
Contact Sgt. Kelly Rosser or Ofc. Steve Carlton at 919-515-1887