Indiana State Prison Participates in 2020 Polar Plunge

Valparaiso, Ind. – Recently, nineteen staff from the Indiana State Prison participated in the 2020 “Freezin for a Reason” Polar Plunge to benefits Special Olympics of Indiana. The event was held at the Valparaiso University Athletic Recreation Center.

Jumping into a freezing body of water in the middle of winter may seem like a crazy idea, but over the past 20 years, thousands upon thousands of Special Olympics Indiana supporters have risen to the challenge, braved the elements, and made the annual Polar Plunge a huge success.

Indiana State Prison raised $1,600 by holding special food sales and giving donations towards the cause. The special food sales consisted of chili cheese dogs, Italian Beef sandwiches, and cheeseburgers.

Warden Neal stated, “The Polar Plunge and Plane Pull have become great team building events for the Indiana State Prison Staff for several years now. Our staff come together through the fund raisers, our Employee Appreciation and Planning Committee or participation in the event itself!   We are proud to be associated with such a worthy cause!”

Background

Special Olympics Indiana is a nonprofit organization that is a part of the global Special Olympics movement, using sport, health, education, and leadership programs every day around the world to end discrimination against and empower people with intellectual disabilities.

Founded in 1969, Special Olympics Indiana has grown to more than 18,000 athletes and unified partners in virtually every county throughout the state. With the support of over 10,000 coaches and volunteers, Special Olympics Indiana provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in more than 20 Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities at no cost to the participants.

Indiana State Prison staff who participated in the Polar Plunge to benefit Special Olympics of Indiana

Indiana State Prison is currently seeking qualified candidates to join their team.  To jump-start your career in corrections visit WorkForIndiana.IN.gov and apply today!

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