The Bulldog Foundation Polar Bear Plunge is a unique opportunity for individuals, organizations, and businesses to enhance academic excellence for students attending the Rossford Exempted Village School District by jumping into the frigid water.
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Date of event: February 7, 2026
Time: 11 a.m.
This year those who plunge will have people donate to their pledge for a total of $100 per plunger! Each $100 in pledges earns the participant a raffle entry to win a kayak package from Bass Pro Shop! Here is our BULLDOG FOUNDATION PLEDGE FORM and the button here is where they can submit their pledge for your Polar Plunge!
PLUNGE SUPPORTER HANDOUT FOR YOUR DONORS!
Where does the plunge take place?
Carpenters Local 351 Union Hall located at 9278 Bass Pro Blvd in Rossford, Ohio.
What is your event cancellation policy?
We reserve the right to cancel an event due to inclement weather. Safety of our participants and spectators is always most important to us. We work with local law enforcement to be sure conditions are safe for participants. If you cannot attend the event, there will be no refunds. If the event were to be canceled, we do have a make-up date and will inform all Plungers.
How old do you have to be to Plunge?
13 and older are welcome to plunge, but that decision is left to the sole discretion of the child’s parent or guardian. A waiver must be signed by a parent. Those under 18 years of age are required to have a parent or guardian present at the event.
See our waiver attachment
Is alcohol allowed at Plunges?
Alcohol is not permitted at the Plunge site. If you are intoxicated, law enforcement will not allow you to Plunge.
What should I wear to Plunge?
See our checklist page
Contact Us
If you still have questions about the Plunge, contact us at thebulldogfoundation@gmail.com.
