TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — The Children’s Dream Fund hosted the Tampa Bay’s Flamingo Float on Saturday.

For the first time, thousands of rubber flamingos invaded the Hillsborough River to fundraise for the Children’s Dream Fund.

Participants could purchase rubber flamingos online for $10 for a chance to win a 2024 Ford Bronco, according to Children’s Dream Fund.

The event took place at Armature Works at 10 a.m.

The Children’s Dream Fund was founded in 1981 to help fulfill dreams for children ages 3-21 who have been diagnosed with life-threatening illnesses.

According to Children’s Dream Fund, more than 10,000 rubber flamingos were expected to be released into the Hillsborough River.