It’s the 2026 Polar Plunge Season!
Registration is now open
FIND YOUR PLUNGE
Find a local plunge near you and click “LEARN MORE” to register or donate.
Join us at any of 20 plunge sites in 2026
About the Polar Plunge
Polar Plunge is a our largest annual fundraiser where participants dive into icy waters to support athletes with intellectual disabilities. Communities gather in costumes, cheering as brave plungers embrace the cold for inclusion, courage and joy.
The event raises vital funds, builds awareness and celebrates teamwork, determination and the powerful spirit of giving, proving that a little chill can create lasting warmth statewide while inspiring volunteers, donors, families and athletes across Indiana annually.
Super Plungers
Super Plungers
The following individuals have each raised $4,000 or more and will be invited to the Eagle Creek Community Plunge as a Super Plunger. There, they will have the opportunity to plunge a second time, hang out in the VIP tent and be honored at a special post-event luncheon.
Doug Melton, Borden
Lynne Buckley Noble, West Lafayette
Allison Werne, Petersburg
Rose Terwiske, Petersburg
Brad Schultheis, Boonville
Jolene Grubaugh, Bloomington
Garnett Kirk, Valparaiso
Daniel Reid, Valparaiso
Jay Beere, Warsaw
Take Home Some Swag
Raise More. Earn More.
The more you raise, the more you earn – and the bigger your impact for Special Olympics Indiana athletes! Every dollar supports life-changing sports and inclusion programs across the state.
- $125
- $300
- $500
- $1,000
- $2,000
- $3,000
- $4,000
Official Polar Plunge T-Shirt
Raise at least $125 and earn this year’s exclusive Polar Plunge T-shirt. Your Badge of honor for taking the icy plunge!
Level Up Your Rewards
Hit $300 and get a Polar Plunge Keep Warm Kit, great for after daring the icy waters!
Go The Extra Mile
Raise $500 and choose between your very own branded Polar Plunge backpack or a 2026 Polar Plunge Towel, perfect for showing off your fundraising power.
Top Tier Plunger
Reach $1,000 and this premium Polar Plunge Brumate cup will be all yours as a thank you for your incredible support.
Double The Fun
At $2,000 you don’t have to choose just one. Pick two incentive items at any level.
Triple The Rewards
Raise $3,000 and pick three incentive items of your choice from any of the levels.
Super Plunger Status
At $4,000, you have reached the ultimate level: Super Plunger! You will join an exclusive group of fundraisers recognized for their extraordinary commitment and courage.
Don’t wait! Register now and start fundraising!20
2026 Polar Plunge By the Numbers
Statewide Events
20
Registered Plungers
2250
Frequently Asked Questions
Polar Plunge
The 2026 Special Olympics Indiana Polar Plunge schedule includes 20 stops across the state as the 27th annual edition of the signature fundraiser prepares for another great season. The 2026 plunge schedule runs Jan. 31 to March 7, including events designed for communities, colleges, high schools and law enforcement officers.
Registration for 2026 is now available. Scroll up and pick the plunge you want to attend, get registered and start fundraising.
Now. Don’t wait!
Individuals must raise a minimum of $125 to plunge and to receive the event t-shirt. Raise more to earn more prizes, including a spot with the Super Plungers if you raise $4,000 or more.
Email Trevor Hill at thill@soindiana.org for information on how to become a statewide partner of this great event.
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