The Polar Plunge was a huge success in Dauphin.
Special Olympics Manitoba put on the event to help send athletes to the Special Olympics.
Mike Thiessen, a Dauphin corrections officer, raised the most money individually, and he explains why he loves these events:
“Special Olympics has always been close to my heart. Now that I’m in law enforcement, the torch run and the charity towards Special Olympics is something close to me. It raises awareness that brings a positive take with the law enforcement that’s desperately needed. It’s something that raises awareness for the community.”
In total, $5250 were raised in the event.
730 CKDM’s Darnell Duff took the plunge on Saturday and a special thanks to all those who donated and helped us raise $729 towards special olympics Manitoba.