N. BENNINGTON PENGUIN PLUNGE
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1. Online Registration
2. Paper Registration
- Print a registration brochure
- Fill out and send registration form to:
- Mail: Special Olympics Vermont, Attn: Penguin Plunge,16 Gregory Dr., Ste #2, So. Burlington, VT 05403
- Fax: (802) 863-3911
- Checks may be made payable to Special Olympics Vermont
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- Minimum of $75 donation (donation total does not reflect $25 registration fee)
- $50 minimimum donation for students (grades 1-12) (donation total does not reflect $25 registration fee)
- Remember: the more you raise, the more cool incentive prizes you could win!
- If you are plunging as part of a team, each team member must still raise the individual amount!
Fundraising Tips:
- Online fundraising makes reaching your goal easier than ever!
- Post your online page to Facebook or send a Facebook message to all of your friends!
- If 10 friends donate $10 each you'll reach $100!
- For more fundraising tips, visit our Plunger Tool Kit.
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All participants will receive a Turtle Fur fleece hat at check-in and a Penguin Plunge towel as they exit the water.
The more you raise, the more cool prizes you can win. Raise $500, $750, $1,000 or $2,000 and automatically receive one of the incentive items below. Stay tuned for more prize opportunities from Burton, Best Buy, Ben and Jerry's, etc.!
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$750 Incentive Level Item:
Earthtec Heavyweight Fleece Throw
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$1,000 Incentive Level Item:
Earthtec Men's & Women's Pindo Stand-Up Collar Fleece Jacket
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$2,000 Incentive Level Item:
Earthtec Women's Water Lilly Softshell Jacket
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$2,000 Incentive Level Item:
Earthtec Men's Mountain Ash Softshell Jacket
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For more information about these items visit Earthtec.com!
Hats brougth to you by Turtle Fur. Color choice determined on a first come, first served basis.
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Black
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Blue
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Brown
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Citron
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Cream
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Gray
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Green
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Navy Blue
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Pink
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White
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The Peerless Penguin
The individual who raises the largest amount of money receives a prize. Prize to be announced. Doug Goble has won the Peerless Penguin award over the last few years.
The Waddle of Penguins
The team consisting of the greatest number of Plungers, will receive the "Pack of Plungers" trophy, to be displayed at a location of their choosing for one year. The Bayada Nurses team won the trophy in 2009 and 2010!
The Cool School Award - Grade School Division
The largest group form a middle, elementary or high school (or combination), will receive the Peerless Flock trophy, to be displayed at the school for one year.
The Cool School Award - College/University Division
The largest group from a college or university will receive the Peerless Flock trophy, to be displayed at the school for one year.
The Penguin Patrol Award
The largest group of Law Enforcement/Public Safety/Fire Department (or combination) will receive the Penguin Patrol trophy, to be displayed at a location of their choice for one year.
The Plumage Award
The most creatively dressed Penguin or group of Penguins. Prize to be announced.
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Save the Date
Bennington Pre-Plunge Party
Friday, January 27th | 5:00pm-8:00pm
Doug's on Main Street
Join us for light refreshments and check-in early to reserve you choice of hat, meet some of our N. Bennington athletes and speak with fellow participants!
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Parking at the Boat Launch is limited. Please park in the parking lot off of Lake Paran Road and use shuttles to transport you to the event. Click here or see image below for more information.
Click here for a printable document with directions to parking for the N. Bennington Penguin Plunge.
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| Volunteers are an integral part of making the Penguin Plunge a success! Volunteers are needed throughout the planning process and on the day of the event. This is a great opportunity for businesses, schools, community groups and sports teams to participate in a day of community service and bond. |
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Volunteer needs will be updated on a regular basis. Please check back often for up to date informa tion.
There are a variety of opportunities available, including:
- Site set-up (Saturday a.m.)
- Souvenir sales
- Registratin
- Site maintenance
- Site breakdown (Saturday p.m.)
- Assistance with marketing/advertising (Oct-Jan)
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If you are interested in volunteering for this even or others, please fill out our "Volunteer Application" and submit to (email) kbookless@vtso.org (mail) Special Olympics Vermont, Attn: Penguin Plunge, 16 Gregory Dr., Ste #2, So. Burlington, VT 05403 or (fax) (802) 863-3911.
Please call (802) 863-5222 x105 for additional assistance.
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There are a variety of ways for your company, organization or business to become involved with Special Olympics Vermont and Penguin Plunge. We have a variety of sponsorship levels tailored to meet your goals.
Please review our "Penguin Plunge Final Report" for information concerning demographics, background and a sponsorship matrix.
If you would like a "Penguin Plunge Final Report" mailed to you, please contact Kim Bookless, Fundraising Events Manager.
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Thank you to our generous sponsors and supporters:
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North Bennington Fire Department | Matt Morse Excavating | DJ Brian | Doug's on Main Street | A-1 Septic & Sewer | Sullivan Bus Lines | E-Z Way Rental Center |
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