Adult film performer Payton Sin Claire will participate in the annual Polar Bear Plunge in Seaside, New Jersey on February 28, 2026. The event raises funds for Special Olympics New Jersey programming and attracts thousands of participants statewide.
The Polar Bear Plunge is an annual fundraising tradition that takes place at beaches across multiple states, with participants entering frigid ocean waters to raise money for Special Olympics programs. The New Jersey event typically draws several thousand participants each winter and has raised millions of dollars over its multi-decade history.
Claire has been a longtime participant in the fundraising event, motivated by her personal connection to the cause. Her brother Jason has Asperger’s Syndrome and overcame challenges in his youth to eventually become a veterinarian.
“Growing up with a little brother with autism has always been challenging, certain things would set him off and he would have tantrums like any autistic child,” Claire said. “Jason did very well in school, my brother never let anything stop him and he later went on to become a veterinarian. I am so proud and honored to call him my brother.”
Special Olympics New Jersey serves more than 26,000 athletes with intellectual disabilities throughout the state, providing year-round sports training and competition in over 20 Olympic-type sports. The organization relies heavily on fundraising events and donations to support its programming, coaching, and facilities.
Claire is accepting donations under her legal name Danielle Fuchs and offers incentives to contributors who provide proof of donation via email.
