Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge benefitting Special Olympics Illinois set for Feb. 25

QUINCY — The Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge to support Special Olympics Illinois athletes will take place at noon on Sunday, Feb. 25, at QU Stadium, 1301 N. 20th. Registration will begin at 10:45 a.m.

Registered participants must raise a minimum of $100 to plunge and receive a Polar Plunge hooded sweatshirt. People who raise more than $100 may earn other incentives and prizes. 

To register or for additional information, visit plungeillinois.com or email Region H Plunge Director Tara Nickerson at tnickerson@soill.org.

Statewide sponsors are Jewel-Osco, Gallagher and Puffin Drinkwear. Quincy sponsors are Bank of Springfield, KHQA, Townsquare Media, Quincy Medical Group, Knights of Columbus, Quincy University and Titan International.

The Law Enforcement Torch Run is the largest year-round fundraising vehicle benefiting Special Olympics Illinois, a not-for-profit sports organization offering year-round training and competition in 18 sports for more than 21,000 athletes with intellectual disabilities and more than 9,000 athletes ages 2-7 with and without intellectual disabilities.

If you are interested in being a part of Special Olympics Illinois, call 800-394-0562 or visit www.soill.org.