First Responder Appreciation Event

Our 2023 Public Safety Appreciation Dinner

On October 6th we hosted our second annual Appreciation Dinner for all first responders and people serving in public safety roles in Benton, Sherburne and Stearns counties. At this event we recognized individuals and organizations with our Public Safety Awards.

We thank the sponsors of our 2023 event:

Department or Team of the Year

This public safety department or team deserves recognition for their outstanding performance and dedication to their community. This may reflect a single incident, unique problem-solving, or long-term commitment to the people they serve. This award is open to all EMS, fire and law enforcement departments. The department or team must serve a portion of Benton, Sherburne or Stearns Counties.


Three awards will be presented: 1 each for fire, ambulance service and law enforcement.

Outstanding Contribution to Public Safety

To recognize first responders, individuals, groups, community organizations or partners who have demonstrated exceptional support of and/or contribution to public safety in the greater St. Cloud region.

We Congratulate our 2023 Award Recipients!


Outstanding Contribution to Public Safety Award


St. Cloud Fire Department Captain Ben Anderson was recognized for his fundraising for the St. Cloud Community Outpost/COP House programming.


Brian Duchene of BC Propeller was recognized for organizing the Public Safety Appreciation Day for many years.


Stearns County Investigator Chet Lahr was recognized for his work in investigating and recovering money lost in financial scams.


Dakota Krumrey of All in One Synthetics/Amsoil was recognized for his support of the Brooten Fire Department.


Sartell Fire Marshal James (Butch) Rieland was recognized for his high standards and dedication to the profession.


The Metro Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association was recognized for their work in supporting law enforcement in the region.


St. Cloud Subaru was recognized for choosing the Greater St. Cloud Public Safety Foundation as a local recipient of their Subaru Share the Love Campaign, as well as their many contributions to public safety events and needs in our community.


Department or Team of the Year


The Brooten Fire Department received the Fire Department Team of the Year award.


The Saint John's University Emergency Response Team of Life Safety, EMS Squad and Fire Department received the EMS Team of the Year award. 


The Waite Park Police Department received the Law Enforcement Team of the Year award.


The Central MN Violent Offender Task Force also received the Law Enforcement Team of the Year award.

Photo Gallery from the 2023 Celebration

  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
  • Slide title

    Write your caption here
    Button
Share by: