06/02/2026
Last year, Alex Dietz approached Tri-County Humane Society with a proposal to earn his Eagle Scout award. A member of Troop 211 out of Sartell, Alex wanted to build a much-needed shed for us. Our shelter is often full with animals, so we run out of room for supply storage. Alex asked to help.
Alex would need to raise thousands for the shed he wanted to build, so he went to work! He staffed informational tables and visited clubs and organizations around the area to make his pitch. About 100 individuals, groups, and businesses donated. Alex got most of his fundraising completed, but then winter hit, so the building would have to wait.
We're happy to share that a few weekends ago, Alex and his team completed the shed! There are so many thank yous to go around: Van's Lumber and Custom Builders out of Wisconsin donated the door; Jeff Dorner supplied tools and expertise; Zephyr Stewart volunteered throughout the entire process. We also want to thank the members of Troop 211 for volunteering their time, and TCHS' Clint Buhs, Facilities and Maintenance, for his assistance. Thank you also to everyone who donated!
And last, but definitely not least, thank you to Alex for his vision and making it a reality.
Photo credit: Trina Dietz
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