The Virginia Polar Dip is a fundraiser for Camp Sunshine, a national year-round retreat for children with life-threatening illnesses and their families. This year’s goal, for the final Virginia Polar Dip, is to bring in $100,000 for the charity, to reach the mark of $1M raised since it began in 2008. Through pledges or self-sponsorship, each participant will raise/donate a minimum of $100 for the opportunity to plunge into the frigid waters and will receive a commemorative “I DID IT” event shirt. The funds will help send families from the Mid-Atlantic area to attend Camp Sunshine. Businesses and individuals can also add support with online donations on the Virginia Polar Dip web page. http://events.campsunshine.org/site/TR/PolarBearPlunge/General?fr_id=1590&pg=entry
Where: Lake Anne Plaza Waterfront - 1609 Washington Plaza, Reston, VA 20190
Time: 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. (Registration, Music, Activities, Post-Dip Celebration). Actual Polar Dip Begins at 2 p.m.
Benefits: Camp Sunshine
Websites: www.freezinforareason.com, www.campsunshine.org, www.lakeanneplaza.com.
Cost: $100 minimum donation to plunge and is open to anyone willing to brave the elements for a good cause. Free to spectators. Rain or Shine
Social Media: @LakeAnnePlaza @GoCampSunshine @VirginiaPolarDip