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The Hospice Hub is so excited to be the recipient for the January 1, 2025
Perth Polar Bear Plunge. We are determined to raise $50,000 and break the fundraising record set by The Table in 2018. Here’s how you can help us do exactly that!

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ALFRED

Alfred Von Mirbach is dying to plunge for The Hospice Hub.

Alfred has been actively  involved with well over ten previous plunges, and is the lead organizer for this year’s Plunge for Hospice. Alfred is also an active supporter with The Hospice Hub, and trained with the first cohort of the 7 week Volunteer Training Program this spring. He’s aiming to raise $4,000, and set his own personal fundraising record.

sponsors

January 1, 2025

plunge agenda

8:30 - 9:30
registration, breakfast *
* $15, free for plungers
9:45
safety briefing
10:00
welcome
10:10
the plunge (in groups of 4)
11:00
wrap up

plunger notes

  • you must raise a minimum of $50 to plunge

  • all plungers get a free breakfast

  • plungers can change into and back out of swimsuits upstairs in the Legion

  • wear water shoes or some other footwear that can get wet, and will not fall off!

  • bring a towel or bathrobe, as you will be waiting outside for a few minutes before plunging

  • follow the safety instructions, be brave, have fun!

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about the plunge

This is the 31st year of the Perth Polar Bear Plunge, one of the greatest and safest polar bear plunges in Canada. It’s held at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 244, Perth, by the Tay River on New Year’s Day. Each year, a different community group is chosen as the recipient, and their volunteers work tirelessly to ensure a great event. To date, over $415,000 has been raised.

The man who has been with it from the start, and keeps it going, is Dave Lavery. Thank you, Dave!

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