Chris Taylor and his wife, Mary Taylor, are set to host their second annual Polar Plunge event on Sunday, Feb. 2 at 10 a.m. at the Manhattan Beach Pier.
Given the severity of the recent L.A. fires, the Taylors and their CT3 Foundation have decided to contribute a significant percentage of proceeds to local firefighters. Manhattan Beach firefighters will be honored at the event.
The Taylor’s also launched an online donation matching campaign that has already raised more than $50,000 for the LAFD Foundation.
“In a time when so many in our community are facing unprecedented challenges, it’s more important than ever to come together and lend a hand,” Taylor said. “As residents of the South Bay and as Angelenos, Mary and I believe it’s more essential than ever to host the Polar Plunge.
“This year, the event not only benefits the Friendship Foundation, a cause close to our hearts, but also honors Los Angeles firefighters, who have put their own lives at risk to help save our community.
“We hope this event will be a meaningful day for the community – a chance for many to gather and give back to those who help keep us safe.”
The event will also benefit Friendship Foundation, a deeply admired local charity dedicated to helping individuals with cognitive and developmental disabilities, and the CT3 Foundation, a charity dedicated to improving the lives of children with cancer, individuals with disabilities, and underserved communities in Los Angeles and Virginia Beach, VA.
This year’s Polar Plunge features celebrity host Joel McHale and entertainment at the VIP brunch provided by Brett Young.
The event was first held last year and saw many players participate, including Will Smith, Mookie Betts, James Outman, Gavin Lux, Jason Heyward, Tony Gonsolin, Miguel Rojas, Landon Knack, Michael Grove, Freddie Freeman, Blake Treinen, Gavin Stone, Alex Vesia, Tyler Glasnow, Brusdar Graterol, J.P. Feyereisen, Bobby Miller and Gus Varland.
How to join Chris Taylor’s Polar Plunge
Taylor, Mary and fellow teammates, coaches and Dodger legends are inviting Dodger fans to join in the second annual Polar Plunge.
Polar Plunge registrations can be purchased at https://www.ct3foundation.org/.
General admission registration costs $200 for adults, $50 for students, and $1,000+ for VIPs and Sponsors (which includes VIP party passes at the Shade Hotel, Manhattan Beach).
Firefighters will be invited to participate free of charge.
Sponsor and VIP inquiries can contact bill@cadence158.com for more information.
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