Record number of blankets donated

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GEORGE NEWS - A record-breaking 2 000 blankets were donated at this year's annual dotsure.co.za Polar Bear Plunge at Vic Bay on Saturday 27 July where 350 participants fearlessly charged towards the icy water in aid of charity.

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With the help of Rotary George, Oudtshoorn Dogs in Need (Odin), Garden Route SPCA, Options Care Centre, George Child and Family Welfare, George Night Shelter, PDSA, Up with Downs and Soft Landings, these blankets will be distributed to less fortunate people and animals in our community.

Participating businesses plunged for a nominated charity of their choice and the winning team was selected based on the number of blankets collected, public votes and team spirit.

As it was a tight race for first position between Stiles and Custom Decks and Walkways, dotsure.co.za decided to double the prize money and award each business R20 000 in benefit of their selected charities, George Night Shelter and Oudtshoorn Dogs in Need (Odin).

David Roache, MD of dotsure.co.za, said the Polar Bear Plunge is a positive cause that aims to influence businesses and people constructively.

"We'd like to extend a massive thanks to all who came out and supported the event by donating a blanket. Together, we have made a difference to 2 000 lives this winter. A special thanks to local businesses for joining forces with us, and to all of our partners - we could not have done this without you," said Roache.

Odin team members made sure everybody knows who they represent.