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SPECIAL OLYMPICS ILLINOIS

2011 SUPER Plunge Lake Michigan,  Illinois

Matt Johnson's SUPER Plunge Fundraising Page

As the bitter cold air indicates, it’s that time again…time for me to show my support of Special Olympics Illinois through the SUPER Plunge! Yes, you have to be a little crazy to jump into Lake Michigan in the middle of winter, but this extreme event allows me to raise much-needed money and awareness for the more than 25,000 athletes of Special Olympics Illinois. I’m definitely Freezin’ for a Reason!
 
For the third straight year, I’m going to take 24 icy dips into Lake Michigan (once an hour, every hour, for 24 hours straight) while camping out on Northwestern University’s North Beach! Check out the video below from last year’s Plunge, where we battled the elements! Did I mention it’s COLD??
 
Please help me reach my fundraising goal by making a donation online. Through generous donations like yours, we are changing the way that the world views individuals with intellectual disabilities. Any donation is welcome and appreciated!
 
Your support will help provide Special Olympics athletes the chance to participate in year-round sports training and competition…free of charge! These programs provide opportunities to build new skills, enhance self-esteem and develop social skills that lead to fuller, more independent lives for the athletes.
 
Again, a very warm-hearted “thank you” for your support in making a difference in the lives of the athletes! Think warm thoughts for me as February 25 approaches!
 
-Matt

Supporters

Comment Donation
Michael Hart In honor of Hank the Tank
$25.00
Jonathan & Mary Petros
$50.00*
Gary & Linda Olson Sorry we're late
$25.00
Helton Hope this gets in right before the last jump.
$50.00
Audrey & Al Good Luck!! Stay warm?
$50.00
Your support group One final boost for your plunge. Good luck Matt!
$100.00
Mary Lovejoy Good luck, Matt! Gotta love freezin for a reason!
$25.00
Anonymous
$17.50*
Ehrhart Family
$25.00
Rebecca Easton
$25.00*
Lisa & Darl
$100.00
Marc & Kat McLaughlin
$25.00
Hank & Kirby Why can't we come again?? BRR
$25.00*
Jenny Can't wait to be your support person for year #3! :)
$50.00*
Jason Livezey Hope you don't freeze!!!
$50.00
Jessica Cwiak The real life LO would be proud :)
$25.00
The Strom Family Good luck!
$20.00*
Jasper and Bella Corbat Yay, you made your goal, now can we meet Hank?
$3.94
Mike and Beth Corbat Aarrghh matey...we wish you luck braving the icy seas!
$50.00
Kathy Livezey Brrr... Better you than me!!!
$30.00
John and Joan Bjorkman-Murray Brrrr...plunge quickly!
$30.00
Anonymous
$150.00*
Anonymous
$150.00*
Peter Karambelas
$10.00*
Gary and Jill Johnson This would be tough for even Minnesotans! Best wishes, Matt.
$100.00
Anonymous Better you than me!
$150.00*
Anonymous
$100.00*
Anonymous
$70.00*
Randy & Mary Ellen Kasprzyk Good luck!
$25.00*
Ironwood Homes of Champaign Great person, doing a great cause, stay warm!
$150.00*
Sam Karabelas Good luck
$25.00*
The Butler Family
$25.00*
Grandpa & Grandma Sandrock Have a cool dip, this is a great cause!
$100.00*
Karen and Al Martin and the Martin Family Good luck and best wishes - keep warm!
$50.00
Uncle Jeff and Aunt Nancy :) Stay warm!!!!!
$40.00
Bill Mitchell Take long underwear!!
$100.00*
Anonymous You're crazy!
$75.00*
Gary & Linda H. A buck a plunge
$24.00
Vince Gerage great event, great people, good luck!
$75.00
Jeff and Doris Palm B cool!!
$50.00
Karen and Kyle That would feel good if you were in Phoenix in August
$50.00
I.B. Freezin' Brrr
$75.00*
Ed & Barb Cwiak Good Luck ... Cubs all the way in 2011! Ed & Barb
$250.00
LARRY AND MARY ANNE QUARTAROLI GOOD LUCK
$100.00
Auntie Linda Better you than me.....
$250.00
Anonymous
$39.00*
Drew and Jamie Eilts
$50.00
LaVonne Duling Keep up the good work!
$50.00*
Nicki Johnson I'm so proud of you, Big Bro!
$75.00
Mom & Dad Good luck on your 3rd Super Plunge! We love & support you!
$500.00

Donation Summary

Raised Offline
$1,482
Raised Online
$2,228
Total Raised
$3,709
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