Shivering swimmers defrost in the warmth of a good deed after a chilly dip

CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (WHEC) — Hundreds of shivering swimmers plunged into the freezing waters of Canandaigua Lake on Saturday morning.

The event, the 2021 Canandaigua Polar Plunge, was to raise funds and awareness for local Special Olympic athletes and programming.

The Polar Plunge is one of the most popular, profitable and exciting fundraisers for Special Olympics New York. The organization is the largest state chapter in the country, serving more than 51,000 registered athletes and unified partners across New York with year-round sports training, athletic competition and health screenings.

If you’d like to donate or support the Polar Plunge, click here.