You get wet!
The object of the Polar Plunge is for participants to run or leap into the water.
You won't need to be in the water for long - but you will get wet!
You get cold!
We're asking you to do this in the middle of our (admittedly mild) Australian winter.
Having said that, some of our plunge locations may be a bit cold.
You get to make a difference!
All funds raised from the plunge go to help the athletes of Special Olympics.
LETR New South Wales comprises law enforcement volunteers working to raise funds and awareness for Special Olympics
Over 100,000 law enforcement officers participate in Torch Run activities each year making it the largest policing charity in the world
We are one of five LETR programs in Australia - all of which are conducting multiple Polar Plunges in 2025
Special Olympics is a global movement that has been transforming the lives of people with an intellectual disability for over 50 years
The LETR movement was founded in Kansas in 1981 and is active in over 30 countries around the world
The primary motivation for torch runners worldwide is the athletes!
The Plunge is open to law enforcement, emergency services, corporates, Special Olympics clubs and individuals. All participants must be at least 12 years old
Law Enforcement
Teams are welcome from NSWPF and AFP commands as well as individual sworn and unsworn staff
Corporate Partners
Teams and individuals from organisations affiliated with Special Olympics are welcome to join us
Communities & Justice Agencies
We welcome teams and individuals from NSW Corrective Services and other departments within the Department of Communities & Justice
Special Olympics Clubs
It would be great to see teams representing the NSW & ACT based Special Olympics clubs commit to plunging in their local areas. It should be noted that all athletes selected to take part must be 12 years or older.
Emergency Services
Teams and individuals from NSW Ambulance, Fire & Rescue, Rural Fire Service and State Emergency Service are welcome to participate
Individuals
Individuals (12 and older) wishing to take part in the plunge are of course more than welcome
$25.00 per person
Law Enforcement
Justice
Emergency Services
Corporate Partners
Special Olympics Athletes & Staff
Individuals
Where to Register
Individuals can register and join a team (if applicable) by clicking on the 'CLICK HERE TO REGISTER OR DONATE' button on each of the Polar Plunge pages of this website
Let's be honest here!
The main aim of this event is to raise as much money as we can to assist the athletes of Special Olympics NSW and ACT, whose clubs provide sporting opportunities in their local communities.
LETR NSW has supported the clubs by funding transport, uniforms, equipment and many other necessary costs - making a huge difference in the lives of the athletes.
Can you take the next step and raise more money to help us?
Yes - we get it. Fundraising can be hard, and asking for money can be awkward.
Luckily, you're doing it for a great cause.
Fundraising
We are very grateful for your $25 registration donation (which is of course a charitable tax deduction), but ask that you consider reaching out to your family and friends to support you with a donation.
If you are part of a team, work with your team mates to come up with fundraising ideas.
Incentives
We would like to thank you for your fundraising efforts.
Every registered participant will receive a Polar Plunge T Shirt.
Raise more than $1000 and we'll add a very special gift or two