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Penguin Plunge in Ottawa raises $78,000 and counting

Make-A-Wish Illinois says fundraiser is $2,000 short of goal

By Shaw Local News Network
Fourteen teams participated Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024, jumping into an icy pond during the annual Penguin Plunge at Skydive Chicago in Ottawa. The event raised money for the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

Make-A-Wish Illinois said Tuesday the Penguin Plunge held Saturday at Skydive Chicago in Ottawa has raised $78,000 to date. ( Tom Sistak For Shaw Media )

Make-A-Wish Illinois said Tuesday that the Penguin Plunge held Saturday at Skydive Chicago in Ottawa has raised $78,000 to date.

The event goal for this year is $80,000, and donations will be accepted until the end of February. To donate to a participating team or to donate in support of this event, visit site.wish.org/penguin2024.

All proceeds benefit Make-A-Wish Illinois to grant life-changing wishes to children with critical illnesses.