2024 Penguin Plunge - Ottawa, IL

Presleigh's Penguins

Why We're Fundraising for Make-A-Wish

On January 8, 2016 my daughter, Presleigh, was granted a wish from Make-A-Wish Illinois. Ironically, we got the phone call during one of her hospital admissions. From that day on, it gave us something to look forward to, and be excited about. In November of 2016, her wish to go to Disney World came true. We celebrated her 7th birthday there with all of her favorite characters, and it was the most amazing time spent with both of my kids. I will always hold those memories close to my heart, and am forever grateful to Make-A-Wish for making it happen. 

On October 29, 2022, Presleigh passed away due to complications of a lifelong disease, Rett Syndrome. So now, to honor her memory, and help make more wishes come true, we are Presleigh’s Penguins.

On January 27, we will be jumping, once again, into the frigid waters so that more wishes can be granted. Together, with the help of family and friends, we’ve raised over $10,000 for Make-A-Wish Illinois! This has been such an emotional experience, and I really cannot express how truly magical it is for these kids to have their wishes granted…AND what it will always mean to their parents/family. Thank you to all who have donated, and supported us and Make-A-Wish. We look forward to seeing you at the 2024 Penguin Plunge.

With Love,

Presleigh’s Penguins

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GOAL REACHED!

Raised:

$13,865.55

Goal:

$10,000.00

Team Donors:

TOP TEAMS
Presleigh's Memorial Golf Outing
$4,655
Proceeds from Presleigh's Memorial Golf Outing
$4,602
Anonymous
$262
Matt OConnor
$262
ALLIED POWER
$262
Kummer
$210
Dale Rossman
$160
Schiefelbein's
$105
Tracy & Jason Grieves
$105
Sholders Family
$105
Cindy Hayes
$105
Scott Engel
$105
Kelly Rossman
$105
Grandma Nita & Grandpa Larry
$105
Kelsey Koppy
$105
suzie sutfin
$105
Gino and Gayle Bianchi
$105
Rodney Ford
$105
Sarah Harper
$105
Bianchi's Pizza
$100
Julie & Mike Stricklin
$100
Ron and Devon Henson
$100
Rusti Rice
$100
Nikki P
$78
Kathy Higgins, John Root, Stoudty
$71
STC weld shop
$60
Anonymous
Anonymous
$52
Nana and Papa💗💗
$52
I love you, Caroline ♥️ Aunt Katie
$52
The Stoudt's
$52
Anonymous
Marissa Burgwald
$52
Linda M Jones
$52
Kerri Brue
$52
Marissa Meyer
$52
Rich n patty gama
$52
Bob & Joyce Knottek
$52
Such a good heart Caroline! ❤️ Bumpa and Grammi
$52
Mrs. Mary McGrath
$52
Love you Caroline Grandma Joyce & Papa
$52
Bug
$52
Mrs. Kathy Byczynski
$52
Love, Aunt Mimi ❤️
$52
Alexa Linde
$50
Kaufman Family
$50
Weston and Sophie Donahue
$50
Anonymous Donor
$50
Anonymous
$45
Summer rauschnot
$37
Mrs. Sue Barbaglia
Jean
$26
Auntie Jess + Uncle Zach
$26
Becky Wise
$26
Lisa Hrisko
$26
Sandy Machado
$26
Caley Kolb
$26
Lisa O'Brien
Uncle Brad and Aunt Befe
$21
Aaliyah
$21
Karla Bacon
Rosie V.
$20
Jill Hayward
$20
Sam, Greg & Graham
$20
Anonymous
$10
Aunt Micki
$10

GOAL REACHED!

Raised:

$13,865.55

Goal:

$10,000.00

*Gifts made through this fundraising campaign are a gift to the entire Make-A-Wish mission. The needs shown are symbolic of the common wish elements associated with each wish and are only representative of our many wish-granting activities. Gifts made will not actually be used to purchase the item or grant the wish described. All gifts will be pooled to meet the needs of Make-A-Wish.

Team Roster

Team Donors:

TOP TEAMS
Presleigh's Memorial Golf Outing
$4,655
Proceeds from Presleigh's Memorial Golf Outing
$4,602
Anonymous
$262
Matt OConnor
$262
ALLIED POWER
$262
Kummer
$210
Dale Rossman
$160
Schiefelbein's
$105
Tracy & Jason Grieves
$105
Sholders Family
$105
Cindy Hayes
$105
Scott Engel
$105
Kelly Rossman
$105
Grandma Nita & Grandpa Larry
$105
Kelsey Koppy
$105
suzie sutfin
$105
Gino and Gayle Bianchi
$105
Rodney Ford
$105
Sarah Harper
$105
Bianchi's Pizza
$100
Julie & Mike Stricklin
$100
Ron and Devon Henson
$100
Rusti Rice
$100
Nikki P
$78
Kathy Higgins, John Root, Stoudty
$71
STC weld shop
$60
Anonymous
Anonymous
$52
Nana and Papa💗💗
$52
I love you, Caroline ♥️ Aunt Katie
$52
The Stoudt's
$52
Anonymous
Marissa Burgwald
$52
Linda M Jones
$52
Kerri Brue
$52
Marissa Meyer
$52
Rich n patty gama
$52
Bob & Joyce Knottek
$52
Such a good heart Caroline! ❤️ Bumpa and Grammi
$52
Mrs. Mary McGrath
$52
Love you Caroline Grandma Joyce & Papa
$52
Bug
$52
Mrs. Kathy Byczynski
$52
Love, Aunt Mimi ❤️
$52
Alexa Linde
$50
Kaufman Family
$50
Weston and Sophie Donahue
$50
Anonymous Donor
$50
Anonymous
$45
Summer rauschnot
$37
Mrs. Sue Barbaglia
Jean
$26
Auntie Jess + Uncle Zach
$26
Becky Wise
$26
Lisa Hrisko
$26
Sandy Machado
$26
Caley Kolb
$26
Lisa O'Brien
Uncle Brad and Aunt Befe
$21
Aaliyah
$21
Karla Bacon
Rosie V.
$20
Jill Hayward
$20
Sam, Greg & Graham
$20
Anonymous
$10
Aunt Micki
$10

2024 Penguin Plunge - Ottawa, IL

Presleigh's Penguins

Why We're Fundraising for Make-A-Wish

On January 8, 2016 my daughter, Presleigh, was granted a wish from Make-A-Wish Illinois. Ironically, we got the phone call during one of her hospital admissions. From that day on, it gave us something to look forward to, and be excited about. In November of 2016, her wish to go to Disney World came true. We celebrated her 7th birthday there with all of her favorite characters, and it was the most amazing time spent with both of my kids. I will always hold those memories close to my heart, and am forever grateful to Make-A-Wish for making it happen. 

On October 29, 2022, Presleigh passed away due to complications of a lifelong disease, Rett Syndrome. So now, to honor her memory, and help make more wishes come true, we are Presleigh’s Penguins.

On January 27, we will be jumping, once again, into the frigid waters so that more wishes can be granted. Together, with the help of family and friends, we’ve raised over $10,000 for Make-A-Wish Illinois! This has been such an emotional experience, and I really cannot express how truly magical it is for these kids to have their wishes granted…AND what it will always mean to their parents/family. Thank you to all who have donated, and supported us and Make-A-Wish. We look forward to seeing you at the 2024 Penguin Plunge.

With Love,

Presleigh’s Penguins

View More