Carlene's 7th Plunge!
My first plunge 2019!
Year of the polar vortex and they had to cut out a hole for us to plunge! That is a mound of snow & ice behind us!
Me in the water 2025!
It was a little windy the days leading up to the plunge and it blew every leaf, stick and whatever else into the lake. That is me grossing out due to all the stuff in the water since previous years didn't have that. ;) Think you can see some of it on my hands.
Why I Plunge
On Sunday, March 1, 2026 I will participate in Polar Plunge® Chicago for Special Olympics Illinois presented by Special Children's Charities, one of the city's most popular winter fundraising events! I am excited to take on the challenge and jump into Lake Michigan's chilly waters to support thousands of individuals with intellectual disabilities. With your support, people with intellectual disabilities have the opportunity to discover new strengths, abilities, and accomplishments. Any little amount helps!
There are three easy ways to support my plunging efforts:
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Donate to my fundraising page!
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Join my team and take the plunge with me at North Avenue Beach on March 1, 2026.
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Help me spread the word! Share my fundraising page with your friends and family.
Please help me raise funds for this great cause by donating today!
My Supporters
- Tammy Negrillo Last month $50.00
- Tracie Welch Brenton Last month $105.00
- Debra Baker Last month $105.00
- Rocio Vargas Last month $31.50
- Ethan Choe Last month $60.00
- Doyoung Yong Last month $315.00
- Tracie Welch Brenton Last month $105.00
- Debra Baker Last month $105.00
- Richard Bailey Last month $105.00
- Joseph Oliva Last month $105.00