By rdnewsNOW staff

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Polar Plunge Alberta raises $185,000 for Special Olympics

Apr 24, 2019 | 11:34 AM

EDMONTON- 450 plungers came together across five cities for the coolest parties in Alberta as they dove into freezing waters at Polar Plunge Alberta in support of Special Olympics.

Polar Plunge challenges people to bravely jump into frigid waters where plungers raise awareness and funds for over 3,200 Special Olympics Alberta athletes across the province. The event is presented by the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Alberta (LETR), one of the largest grassroots fundraisers and awareness vehicles for Special Olympics.

This year over $185,000 was raised for Special Olympics programs.

“This event does an incredible job of raising funds and awareness for our athletes,” said Johnny Byrne, Special Olympics Alberta President and CEO.

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“We are thankful to all the LETR officers, plungers, sponsors, and everyone who puts forth an amazing effort to support Special Olympics programs here in Alberta.”

Mr. Lube once again jumped in by supporting the Polar Plunge as an incentive sponsor by providing towels and Under Armour duffle bags for top fundraisers. In February, Mr. Lube significantly increased their support by collecting donations from all Mr. Lube locations during the month across Alberta raising $18,000 towards the event. In total, Mr. Lube provided $33,000 towards Polar Plunge Alberta’s success.

“The 2019 Polar Plunge Season has drawn to a close and we are excited about another successful year,” said Paul Manuel, LETR Provincial Director. “To the plungers who braved the freezing waters and who gathered pledges for this great cause – a warm thank you!”

“But I must also give a huge thank you to all of our corporate sponsors who without their support, this event would not take place. A special thank you must also go to Mr. Lube, who once again contributed in an enormous way as our Plunge Incentive Sponsor. Thank you all and we look forward to your support in 2020!”

20 law enforcement agencies across Alberta took the plunge in Edmonton, Lethbridge, Red Deer, Calgary and Medicine Hat.

(media release)