Polar Bear Plunge at Seaside | Special Olympics New Jersey

Each year, the Polar Bear Plunge at Seaside challenges thousands of brave jumpers from around the state. It's a great way for everyone--individuals, teams, organizations and businesses--to get involved supporting Special Olympics New Jersey. All funds raised go towards programming and events for thousands of athletes statewide.

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About Polar Bear Plunge at Seaside

Registration Tiers

REGISTRATION TIERS

“Early” Bear ($100 minimum): September – December 31

“Now I’m Ready” Bear ($110 minimum): January 1 – January 31

“Better Late Than Never” Bear ($120 minimum): February 1 – February 19

“Almost Missed it” Bear ($125 minimum): February 20 – February 26

Registration Information

IN-PERSON PLUNGE

Join us on the beach in Seaside Heights, NJ, as we plunge into the frigid Atlantic Ocean and know that you are supporting thousands of registered Special Olympics New Jersey athletes. Be sure to get dressed up in those costumes, break out the plunge props, and make the banners and signs. Most importantly, have FUN!

Here’s how to get started:

Register online for $25 to get started and set up a customizable fundraising page
The great news is the $25 registration fee counts toward the minimum. Want to reach the minimum now? You can add an additional donation during the checkout process to get you there.
Once registered, share your fundraising page with family and friends via email and social media. Track donations right from your fundraising page, respond to donors and monitor fundraising progress as you get closer to your minimum.
Don’t stop there! As you raise more money for Special Olympics New Jersey, you will also earn some fresh Polar Bear Plunge incentives. Check out the Plunge Incentive page to see what you can earn.

ALL plungers are required to raise the minimum to participate in the Plunge!

Virtual Plunge

VIRTUAL PLUNGE

Can’t make it to the plunge? No need to worry, we’ve got a virtual plunge option. Plunge your way, have fun, be safe, and know that you are supporting thousands of registered Special Olympics New Jersey athletes.

Get dressed up in those costumes. Break out the usual plunge props you use every year. Make the banners and signs like you normally would. Best of all, Plunge your way!

Here’s how to get started:

Register online for $25 to get started and set up a customizable fundraising page
The great news is the $25 registration fee counts toward the $110 minimum, meaning only $85 more needs to be raised which you can add as an additional donation during the checkout process.
Once registered, share your fundraising page with family and friends via email and social media. Track donations right from your fundraising page, respond to donors and monitor fundraising progress as you get closer to the $110 minimum.
Don’t stop there! As you raise more money for Special Olympics New Jersey, you will also earn some fresh Polar Bear Plunge incentives. Check out the Plunge Incentive page to see what you can earn.

Fundraising and Incentives

Event Information

Plunge Goal

$2,094,978

OF OUR $1,800,000 GOAL

116%

Plunge Leaderboard

Individual Leaders

Scott Paterson

Amount Raised: $42,872

Goal: $100

Grace Meek

Amount Raised: $37,645

Goal: $25,000

David Coppola

Amount Raised: $23,068

Goal: $23,000

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Team Leaders

Bayshore Shrinky Dinks

Amount Raised: $76,517

Goal: $75,000

2nd Avenue Freeze-Out

Amount Raised: $70,485

Goal: $70,000

NJKofC Polar Penguins

Amount Raised: $67,382

Goal: $75,000

View All Team Fundraisers ›

The Polar Bear Plunge at Seaside maybe a fundraiser benefiting Special Olympics New Jersey, but it's also a life changer for the athletes and their friends, families, and communities.

How Funds Make a Real Impact

For over 50 years, Special Olympics New Jersey has provided year-round sports training, competition, leadership opportunities, and health screenings to more thousands of athletes. All of these programs and services are completely FREE of charge, thanks to fundraising events like the Polar Bear Plunge at Seaside. Look below for a glimpse at how these funds are making a real impact!