29 February, 2012
Hopkinton High School Senior Michael Palmer is taking the plunge; The Polar Plunge, to raise money to support Special Olympics Massachusetts. Please see his letter below asking for your support:
I'm heading to the beach a little early this year! I know the water will probably be below 40 degrees on March 3rd, but let's be honest, it won't be much warmer come August 3rd - we are in New England after all!
Why would I do something so wacky? The Polar Plunge helps support 12,168 individuals with intellectual disabilities that have chosen to live a healthier and happier life by participating in programs offered by Special Olympics Massachusetts.
All Plungers and Chickens are asked to raise a minimum of $250 - will you support me? For every $100 I raise one athlete will be able to take part in a Special Smiles screening. As part of the Healthy Athletes program, Special Smiles offers dental screenings, health education and prevention services, and refers athletes to potential sources of treatment and follow-up care.
If I raise the minimum of $250 I will pay for a group of 10 athletes to participate in a Healthy Huddle session. Athletes who attend a Healthy Huddle session will receive health education and awareness about sports-specific topics. They will get to see a speaker and take part in an interactive portion of the event. Each Athlete will take home health education tools and materials and, hopefully, become a better athlete on and off the playing field!
You can help me reach this goal by making a donation online. Click on the link below and you will be taken to my personal donation page where you can make a secure online credit card donation. And then feel free to meet me when I come out of the water with a cup of hot cider and 7 towels!
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About Special Olympics Massachusetts
The mission of Special Olympics Massachusetts (SOMA) is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of well-coached Olympic-type sports for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Special Olympics Massachusetts also provides athletes with continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, prepare for entry into school and community programs, express courage, experience joy, and participate in the sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics Athletes, and the community.
For more on the Athletes of Special Olympics Massachusetts and how you can get involved visit www.specialolympicsma.org/
Follow This Link to visit my personal web page and help me in my efforts to support Special Olympics Massachusetts.
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