CHARLOTTE, Mich — Dozens of Charlotte neighbors braved frigid temperatures Tuesday at Charlotte High School to show support for Special Olympics athletes.
- The event raised money for Special Olympics athletes and Unified Champion School programs.
- Best friends Andi Rinehart and Myah Hampton said the jump holds purpose.
- Hampton is a Special Olympics athlete competing in swimming.
The annual "freezin for a reason" event drew participants of all ages to the chilly waters in a show of community spirit and support.
WATCH: Charlotte neighbors brave the cold for Special Olympics Polar Plunge
Best friends Andi Rinehart and Myah Hampton said the jump holds purpose for them personally.
"To help special O and support for my friend and my brother who is also in special O," Rinehart said.
Hampton said the event is about more than just the plunge.
"And to also raise money for the special olympics so that way they can go to central have some fun there swim some events get together, show sportsmanship," Hampton said.
The money raised will help support athletes like Hampton on their journey and Unified Champion School programs.
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