LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — The Lake County Special Olympics 2025 Polar Plunge will be held on Saturday, Feb. 22, at the Buckingham Homeowners Association clubhouse.

The event begins at 10 a.m. with the check in, continues through the plunge and ends with lunch in the clubhouse.

The annual event is a crucial fundraiser for Special Olympics, providing funding to support athletes with uniforms, equipment and transportation as they compete year-round in a variety of sports.

This year, the funding goal is $20,000. As of Tuesday, 46 people in six teams have registered, with an estimated $13,725 raised.

“For every $500 that is donated, the life of an athlete is enriched. So far 27 Special Olympics athletes have been positively impacted by your support,” Special Olympics reported.

Every Plunger must raise a minimum of $125 and will receive a Polar Plunge T-shirt and post Plunge festivities. Participants are invited to raise additional funds and earn incentive rewards. Costumes are encouraged.

To sign up and for more information, please visit https://p2p.onecause.com/lakecountyplunge or follow Lake County Special Olympics on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/lakecountyspecialolympics.