Co-op donates equipment to heat chapel
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Family and friends at Tracy's Sanctuary House appreciate the chapel's baseboard heaters and thermostat, which were donated by Capital Electric. Pictured left to right are: Don and Peggy Arndt, Bruce Rittel, Eden Mengustu, Rose Voegele, Katie Bommersbach, Mavis Christianson, Carol Ley and Bernice Geiger. |
and play in our local communities. This includes consumers who are not members of Capital Electric!
In February, we received a request from representatives of Tracy’s Sanctuary House to donate equipment needed to heat a chapel. Tracy’s Sanctuary House is a home in Bismarck that provides temporary accommodations for out-of-town families who are experiencing emergency medical situations.
Doug Mork, manager of member services, presented the consumer’s request to the Capital Electric board of directors, and they agreed to donate five electric baseboards and a thermostat on behalf of the cooperative.
“The Sanctuary had a need and we had the ability to help them. It just seemed like the right thing to do,” Mork says.
Eden Mengustu, assistant executive director for Tracy’s Sanctuary House, says, “The chapel is a place where families can gather to seek comfort and solace. By adding the electric baseboards, the chapel will be accessible to guests throughout the year.”
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT TRACY'S SANCTUARY HOUSE
What is Tracy’s Sanctuary House?
Tracy’s Sanctuary House provides a home away from home for out-of-town families who are experiencing emergency medical situations. It is located at 908 N. 8th St. in Bismarck. Tracy’s Sanctuary House is operated solely by volunteers; there is no paid staff.
Why was the sanctuary created?
The daughter of Mor-Gran-Sou Electric Cooperative members Don and Peggy Arndt, Flasher, Tracy Rittel was killed in a car accident in August 2004. She was the wife of Bruce Rittel and mother of two daughters, Kelsey and Mariah. Tracy’s family wanted to honor her generous spirit and her memory with the creation of Tracy’s Sanctuary House.
When was the sanctuary founded?
To provide an atmosphere for people to gather and comfort one another in times of crisis, the sanctuary was created in August 2005.
Who can use the sanctuary?
Eligible individuals or out-of-town families who support a person in medical crisis may use the sanctuary. First priority will be given to the immediate family members of trauma patients receiving medical care in Bismarck hospitals. Patients receiving chemotherapy or KDU treatment are also eligible subject to room availability.
What is the cost to use the sanctuary?
There is no charge to stay at the House for guests experiencing a traumatic, emergency situation. Guests are encouraged to make a donation if the stay is longer than a few days since the Sanctuary relies on donation to pay the bills. “Making the mortgage payment is the Sanctuary’s greatest financial concern,” says Mengustu. “Whatever guests or others can do to help cover the day-to-day expenses is greatly appreciated and will help continue the mission of Tracy’s Sanctuary House.”
What number can I call for more information?
(701) 530-5543 or (701) 255-1903