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Roofing community rallies for Oregon homeowner
By The Coffee Shops™. During National Roofing Week, the National Women in Roofing Oregon Council helped coordinate a roof replacement for a Portland homeowner in need. For the past three years, the National Women in Roofing (NWIR) Oregon Council has partnered with Catalyst NW during National Roofing Week to provide complimentary ...
Colin McCorquodale leads with purpose, raising awareness and funds for Cystic Fibrosis Trust
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. NFRC president turns personal passion into powerful industry giving during his tenure. Leadership in roofing is often defined by technical expertise, advocacy and service to the industry. But for Colin McCorquodale, current president of National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC), leadership is also deeply personal. During his ...
Milwaukee Apex General Contracting provides free roof replacement for 94-year-old Korean War veteran
This roof replacement is part of Apex’s broader mission to give back to veterans and strengthen the communities it serves. Apex General Contracting, just outside of Milwaukee, is proud to announce its commitment to supporting local veterans through a recent project providing a free roof replacement for 94-year-old Korean War veteran ...
Thomas Roofing and Supply builds a legacy through family, quality and community
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. At RoofersCoffeeShop®, we love highlighting roofing professionals who are helping strengthen their communities. Thomas Roofing and Supply is a great example of that. Across the roofing industry, family businesses continue to define what it means to serve communities with integrity and commitment. This month, RoofersCoffeeShop® is celebrating a ...
Westlake Royal Building Products™ supports hands-on workforce development initiative at Huntley High School
Product donation and on-site training provided students with technical education and industry experience. In recognition of National Skilled Trades Day on May 6, Westlake Royal Building Products™ (“Westlake Royal”), a Westlake company (NYSE: WLK), supported a hands-on workforce development initiative at Huntley High School, outside of Chicago, providing students with real-world ...
The Coffee Shops’ crew wraps up a nationwide food drive
By Dani Sheehan. What began as a simple idea quickly became something much bigger: a shared effort powered by generosity, teamwork and the belief that even small acts of kindness can create lasting impact. At The Coffee Shops™, community means showing up for neighbors, lending a hand when it’s needed ...
Uplifting stories of generosity from around the country
By Emma Peterson. How roofing companies are changing veterans’ lives, one home at a time. With a constant news cycle, it’s hard to keep up with everything happening in the world. But we are here to share some good stories about good people. For your daily dose of happy news, ...
Veteran surprised with free new roof
By Jenny Yu. One Montana family won a contest put on by their local roofing company, receiving the much-needed gift of a new roof. When Cheryl and Marty Ash of Billings, Montana, received a surprise visit from YellowBall Roofing and Solar, they thought it was simply news that they ...
Neighbors helping neighbors
By Jenny Yu. Rebuilding Together Philadelphia provides free home repairs to make homes safe for seniors and healthy for kids while securing assets for the next generation. “Think about what home means to you,” Stefanie Seldin, president and CEO of Rebuilding Together Philadelphia, says in a 6abc feature. “It ...
Rebuilding roofs and hope
By Emma Peterson. Four roofing projects across the U.S. show the power of compassion, service and community. As the cost of living continues to increase, many homeowners struggle to gather funds for large home projects, like a reroof. This is especially true for our more vulnerable neighbors, such as ...
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