Thank you so much for participating in the 2024 Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge to benefit Special Olympics Illinois. Please use the buttons below to find the materials that will help guide you as you get ready to BE COOL and TAKE THE PLUNGE.
We encourage you to personalize your messaging and share your WHY. Tell others what Special Olympics Illinois means to you by sharing your stories, pictures, and experiences.
Once you register, set a fundraising goal. Then customize your registration page with your photos and share “WHY” you’re taking the plunge in support of Special Olympics Illinois. If you’ve taken the plunge before make sure you share those photos on your socials and share your cool experience.
Connect with your local region and get involved with athletes in your area! Share your experiences from cheering on at sporting events or being a Unified partner.
Special Olympics Illinois is the only entity in Illinois accredited by Special Olympics, Inc. and authorized by license to use the Polar Plunge® trademark and logo. Any issues or liabilities arising from Chicago Polar Plunge are the sole responsibility of Special Children's Charities. Please feel free to contact Special Olympics lllinois at mmayer@soill.org with any questions.
Social Media Toolkit
Share your Polar Plunge journey with your social network - you can use the sample posts and graphics below.
Social Square
To use in your feed on your favorite social networks
DownloadSocial Square
To use in your feed on your favorite social networks
DownloadSocial Square
To use in your feed on your favorite social networks
DownloadSocial Square
To use in your feed on your favorite social networks
DownloadSocial Square
To use in your feed on your favorite social networks
DownloadSocial Square
To use in your feed on your favorite social networks
DownloadSocial Square
To use in your feed on your favorite social networks
DownloadSocial Story
To use on social stories on Facebook or Instagram
DownloadSocial Story
To use on social stories on Facebook or Instagram
DownloadSocial Story
To use on social stories on Facebook or Instagram
DownloadSocial Story
To use on social stories on Facebook or Instagram
DownloadSample Posts
Post #1
"I’ve pledged to #PlungeIllinois this year, and I need your help! Every year, Special Olympics Illinois hosts hundreds of events for persons with intellectual disabilities, and FYI - each donation of $150 sends one athlete to a competition. Help me make a difference by donating today! [INSERT PERSONAL FUNDRAISING LINK]"
Post #2
I’m taking on #PlungeIllinois to support the thousands of athletes that compete with Special Olympics Illinois. This organization changes lives by unleashing the human spirit through the transformative power and joy of sport, every day. Join in supporting the mission. Donate here: [INSERT PERSONAL FUNDRAISING LINK].
Post #3
I have chosen to #PlungeIllinois this year in support of the life-changing mission of Special Olympics Illinois. When you donate, you help thousands of athletes in Illinois realize their full potential in sports and in life. So BE COOL and join me in helping to make the world a more inclusive place! Donate: [INSERT PERSONAL FUNDRAISING LINK]
Social Profiles
Special Olympics Illinois Social
Illinois Law Enforcement Torch Run