‘Freezin’ for a Reason’ Polar Plunge to benefit Special Olympics New York

Town of Oyster Bay residents are invited to be “Freezin’ for a Reason” at the annual Polar Plunge benefiting Special Olympics New York on Saturday, March 29 at TOBAY Beach.

The event kicks off with winter festival fun and registration starting at 9 a.m., with the plunge at 11 a.m.

“Many of our residents head to TOBAY Beach for summer fun, but this event provides an enjoyable and charitable reason to spend a great day at the beach much sooner,” said Supervisor Joseph Saladino. “Participants will have an opportunity to prove their mettle and their compassion by wading into the chilly waters of TOBAY Beach to raise funds for the athletes of Special Olympics New York.”

All of the money raised through the Polar Plunge helps provide year-round sports training and competition as well as leadership, health and inclusion programs for individuals with intellectual disabilities in your community.

“This polar plunge is sure to create lasting memories for all participants while supporting a very worthwhile cause,” added Councilman Lou Imbroto. “Special Olympics New York changes lives through the joy of sports and the Town of Oyster Bay is proud to partner with this outstanding organization to help make this event a success.”

The event is sponsored by Optimum, News 12 Long Island, Long Island Igloos, Jersey Mike’s Subs, 7-Eleven, New York Islanders, Washville, 106.1 BLI, Special Olympics New York, Nassau County PBA, WBAB 102.3, Nassau County Police Department, CSEA, Liberty Beverages, Adventureland, Adventureland’s Helping Hands Foundation, and Long Island Press.

Requested donation is $25 per participant. Plungers who raise $150 receive a commemorative Polar Plunge sweatshirt. Participants can register at www.PolarPlungeNY.org.