Merickel Family Donate $100,000 to Help with Wadena Hospital Building Project

WADENA (KDLM) – The owners of Merickel Lumber and Ace Hardware in Wadena have given $100,000 to help with the construction of Tri-County Health Care’s new building project.

The Merickel Family, owners of Merickel Lumber and Ace Hardware have long been partners with Tri-County Health Care and their Foundation, supporting building projects and events like the Golf Classic and the All Heart Gala.

“The Merickel family and the staff have always been so supportive of Tri-County Health Care and our community. They take pride in giving back to help support projects like ours and those we serve. Not only did they support our project financially, but Jane has been a longtime volunteer and Auxiliary member. Monica serves on the Foundation Board. Plus, with Jim, Jason and Monica as Wadena Lions members, they truly are committed to the community!” said Ryan Damlo, executive director of the the Tri-County Health Foundation.

Jim and Jane Merickel presented a check along with Jason and Monica Merickel, owners of Merickel Lumber and Ace Hardware on Dec. 28, 2020