Think you're tough enough to take a dip in the ocean in July? If so, you could win $1000 for a charity of your choice.

The third annual Papamoa Polar Plunge will be taking place on Sunday, July 30, with local organisation Papamoa Unlimited putting up $1000 cash for the winner to donate to a Tauranga non-profit group of their choice.

Event manager Kate Percy says it's a great opportunity for people to come together in the spirit of giving back to the community.

'Hosting an event that encourages and teaches our children (and adults) about working together is really special,” says Kate.

'While the money will certainly make a difference for the winners, the real value is the spirit conjured as a result of such teamwork.”

Anyone can enter the Polar Plunge for a gold coin on the day, with registrations opening at 10.30am in front of Bluebiyou Restaurant. The plunge time is 11am, with the winner of the $1000 cash drawn from the pool of participants.

All entrants much get completely under the water to secure their place in the draw.

Papamoa Beach Tavern will warm up participants with free soup, hot chocolates and giveaways immediately after the plunge.

Tavern manager Sam Taylor says the team is pleased to help out.

'We're proud to be part of such an awesome community initiative, and we will have our team there on the day taking the plunge for the Papamoa Surf Life Saving Club.”

Visit www.facebook.com/papamoaunlimited for more details.