What is a Polar Plunge?
A Polar Plunge is a unique fundraising opportunity for individuals, organizations and businesses to support Special Olympics NC by jumping or running into a cold body of water in the middle of winter.
The funds raised will provide year-round sports training, competition, leadership opportunities, and health services to nearly 45,000 Special Olympics North Carolina athletes.
"Are you a born networker? Would you like to work with businesses in the Raleigh area and across North Carolina to secure event sponsors for our Polar Plunge? Event sponsorships start at $7,000. We're looking to add new sponsors and bring back some sponsors from the past. In addition to our development department and current commitments, we are looking for a little extra help from people in the area who believe in the Special Olympics movement!
The ideal candidates will be passionate, personable and detail-oriented. Past experience with Special Olympics is helpful but not necessary. Past fundraising experience is a plus. Ideally, we will grow this committee to a team of 3-5 volunteers to share the work."
Hi! We're excited to talk with you about this opportunity. You'd be joining part of the team and helping in whatever ways make the most sense for you whether that is in attending networking events, making phone calls or sending emails. We'll work together to see what is mutually beneficial.