Benefits & Fundraisers

The Polar Plunge is the biggest fundraiser for Special Olympics Minnesota. All funds raised by Plungers help Special Olympics Minnesota provide year-round training and services to thousands of athletes with intellectual disabilities across the state.

The Polar Plunge is presented by the Law Enforcement Torch Run, a movement of volunteers dedicated to increasing awareness and funds for Special Olympics Minnesota athletes across the state. Read more about 2023 White Bear Lake Polar Plunge

This event includes a home tour of two beautiful houses decorated by professional designers and florists from the metropolitan area, a boutique featuring local artisans, and a luncheon at North Oaks Golf Club. Read more about North Oaks Holiday Home Tour and Boutique

Join us for the 8th Annual IllumiNight event on October 5 from 6-9pm! Our signature fundraising event is one you don't want to miss out on! Read more about IllumiNight

The Huntington's Disease Society of America's (HDSA) Minnesota Chapter will be hosting the Twin Cities Team Hope Walk on Saturday, July 23rd @ 10:00 AM at Hyland Park: Edgewood Picnic Area (Jan’s Place). Read more about Twin Cities Team Hope Walk

White Bear Lake Strive Scholarship / Rotary Club

5K or 5 Mile Spirit of White Bear Lake Race

April 2, 2022,  $25-$35

This course is flat and fast—much of it on the Mark Sather Trail along beautiful White Bear Lake.  Start and finish is near the BoatWorks Commons, 4495 Lake Ave. S., White Bear Lake.

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Over the past 29 years, the Children’s Minnesota Golf Benefit has raised more than $2.1 million. The 30th annual Children’s Minnesota Golf Benefits supports the Family Needs Fund at Children’s Minnesota, which provides basic needs resources to families while their child receives care at Children’s Minnesota. Ages 18 and over. Prices vary. White Bear Yacht Club, 56 Dellwood Ave., Dellwood; 952.992.5500;

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Join us for our Breanna's Gift annual fundraiser*!  Local personality Emily Engberg is the Ringmaster for our circus-themed event this year, which features a lively online auction, the Deadly Dance Competition to music performed by cover band favorite Trailer Trash, a big kids art contest, tarot readings, caricatures and more! Participate in the dance competition and art contest by uploading entries now through Mon. April 19th. From Tues. April 20th—Sat. Read more about Breanna's Star: The Greatest Virtual Show on Earth!

The Polar Plunge is a series of events where people go to the extreme to support Special Olympics Minnesota! This year you have two Plunge options: in-person or virtual. All ages. Minimum $50/$75. Noon. Ramsey Beach, 5050 Lake Ave.; 763.270.7119; plungemn.org Read more about White Bear Lake Polar Plunge

Dust off your clubs for a good cause! The 24th Annual Burn Aid Gold Classic brings Minnesota golfers together to raise funds for the Regions Hospital Burn Center. Participants will enjoy a great day of gold, food and fun, all to support burn survivors, burn injury care and awareness. 651.755.3906 Read more about 24th Annual Burn Aid Golf Classic