Tabor Academy students will host a Polar Plunge for the Special Olympics of Massachusetts on Sunday, Jan. 22 from 10-1 p.m. at Silvershell Beach.

This is one of the major fundraisers for Special Olympics, and one of nine plunges occurring around the state. Tabor students are seeking sponsors from local businesses to stage a party for the plungers and are raising money so that they themselves can plunge into the icy waters. The students’ goal is $5,000.

The public is invited to plunge, too. Donors can sign up to plunge, sponsor others or just support the effort. There is a $50 minimum fundraising commitment to plunge, and there is a pinky plunge for those who want to participate but don’t want to get too wet.

The plunge is set for 11:15 a.m. Costumes are encouraged.

To learn more about the event, sponsor someone or sign up to plunge, visit taborplunge.kintera.org/faf/home.

Special Olympics of Massachusetts programs serve nearly 12,000 athletes across the state and help intellectually impaired individuals lead longer, happier and healthier lives through sports.

Tabor also hosts a weekend Young Special Olympics Athletes Program on most Sunday’s for three year olds and up. Check their website calendar at www.taboracademy.org for dates.