News release
Western Cooperative Electric’s Sharing Success Fund, partnered with CoBank, and managed by the Golden Belt Community Foundation, has awarded a $1,000 grant to Konnor Dreiling for his Eagle Scout project.
Dreiling, a Sophomore at Hays High and a Scout in Troop #101, set out to replace the 30 picnic tables in the Wagon Rut Campground with new composite boards and steel frames, so they can withstand the harsh Kansas seasons with virtually no maintenance.
“My family and I visit Cedar Bluff often, and I wanted to do something to benefit that beautiful park,” said Dreiling.
Only 8% of all scouts achieve the title of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America. In order to earn the rank of Eagle Scout, scouts are required to create, plan, and lead a project that demonstrates leadership, planning, and outdoor skills. Drieling began working on his project last Spring.
“Western Co-op was excited to contribute to Konnor’s Eagle Scout project,” said Member Services Manager Nolan Numrich. “Not only did we help this young man attempt to achieve his goal, but we love serving Cedar Bluff with power and helping the park out whenever we can.”
Since 2013, the Sharing Success program has donated $78,000 to local non-profit organizations. To apply, visit westerncoop.com/sharing success. Grants will be available until funds are exhausted.
Western Cooperative Electric Association is a member-owned cooperative headquartered in WaKeeney, Kansas. Established in 1945, Western now serves more than 12,000 meters and maintains over 4,000 miles of power lines across northwestern and central Kanas. Together, with the help of our members, Western Co-op is committed to building a stronger future for the communities we serve. For more information about Western, visit www.westerncoop.com.