The World Record Ice Bucket Challenge

The World Record Ice Bucket Challenge

Join us on Wednesday 30 October at Van Riebeeck Stadium in Mossel Bay for a once-in-a-lifetime event as we will attempt to break the world record for the biggest Ice Bucket Challenge ever,” invites Strauss, adding that the aim is to surpass the current record of 721 participants.

This means only 750 people are needed to break the record. However, Strauss says that many supporters have already put up their hands to participate. “With such enthusiasm, we are anticipating up to 3 000 event entries, with learners from the schools involved comprising the bulk of that number.

Much more than fun

But the Ice Bucket Challenge is more than just a fun event, it’s a powerful way to bring people together to support a meaningful cause. By uniting the community in this exciting and ambitious effort, funds will be raised to help vulnerable Garden Route children by making a real difference in their lives.

The Eden Protocol Foundation is also a proud beneficiary of the Ironman 4 the Kids Trust – the outreach arm of the annual Ironman 70.3 Mossel Bay race, hosted by the town for the third time on Sunday 17 November.

“Together, we are committed to improving the lives of children in need, and this challenge is a key part of that mission,” says Strauss. "Since announcing the Ice Bucket Challenge, response from the Mossel Bay community has been overwhelmingly positive.

“We’ve already received commitments from prominent local figures and institutions, including the mayor of Mossel Bay and his office pledging municipal backing. Apart from the support of Point High School and Park Primary School, Mossel Bay Tourism is also on board.”

A spectacular visual event

The Ice Bucket Challenge venue of Van Riebeeck Stadium will ensure a breath-taking visual display. Its pavilion seating will be used to form a vertical arrangement, allowing buckets filled with ice water to be a standout feature of the event, with water cascading down in a wave-like motion as participants upend their buckets.

“This promises to be a truly unforgettable sight and we are currently in talks with the media to secure maximum coverage of the event, ensuring that the day receives the attention it deserves, and giving exposure to all the parties working together to make our world-record attempt a roaring success,” says Strauss.