Between the bombardment of political news and continued reports of rising prices and workforce shortages, roofing contractors might feel like there isn’t a lot of love to go around.

That’s why we at RC highlight some of the recent positive news taking place in roofing — a reminder that this industry does a lot of good despite the negativity.

Big Rapids Roofing Donates Three $2,550 Checks to Food Pantries

As people struggle with higher grocery prices, a Michigan roofing company presented donations to three local food pantries on Aug. 20 to help feed Michiganders.

According to a story from Manistee News, Project Starburst, Manna Pantry and God’s Helping Hands of Mecosta County each received $2,550 from the roofing contractor.

"As people that are aren't in it all the time, we don't even know exactly what people need," Big Rapids Roofing Co-owner Gus Unseld told Manistee News. "They're going to be able to direct these funds into places where, you know, I'm sure that there's situations where people don't have, that they need a little help with some personal, personal supplies that this could help with."

The donations were part of the roofing contractor’s “Stamp Out Hunger” initiative, now in its second year. Unseld said their suppliers helped by discounting and giving the company credit on materials, allowing them to offer $200 for every large project.

John McClung Roofing, Action Roofing Services Provide School Supplies to Students 

Any parent or teacher can attest to the difficulty of obtaining all the school supplies their students need. To lend parents a hand, John McClung Roofing of Buncombe County, N.C., made sure students are prepared for the coming year.

WLOS shares the story of the roofing company teaming up with community partners to provide 1,000 backpacks filled with school supplies to kids across western North Carolina.

"Especially this year, after Hurricane Helene has ravaged our community, the need is greater than ever. Budget cuts to schools, teachers are often having to provide the school supplies for their own students. And so this is our way of hopefully of alleviating some financial stress both on teachers and on parents," Event Organizer Darien Brown told WLOS.

Action Roofing Services, a Florida-based contractor and member of the Peak Roofing Partners Family of Companies, partnered with the Boys & Girls Club of Marion County to provide 100 children ages 6-12 and their families with essential school supplies.

"Every child deserves to start the school year with the tools they need to succeed, and we are proud to help make that possible for families in our community," said Bruce Bessire, chief operating officer at Peak Roofing Partners.

Worthmann Roofing and Gutters Installs 2 Roofs Free of Charge

High Springs, Fla.-based Worthmann Roofing and Gutters gave the gift of a free roof and peace of mind to two local residents.

WCJB reported the roofing contractor provided two roofs, one of which went to the Shelton family. Michael Shelton said if it weren’t for the donation, the next hurricane that swept through would’ve severely damaged their home. It would’ve cost him $16,000 to replace the roof.

“It’s the greatest feeling ever. Giving back to the community and helping somebody in need is, I believe, what our purpose is here on Earth,” Shawn Batey, sales manager for Worthmann Roofing and Gutters, told WCJB.

Worthmann Roofing holds a roof giveaway annually. This is the seventh giveaway they’ve provided, donating two roofs this year.

Retro Roofers Provides Roof to Homeowner Defrauded by Contractor

A Gwinnett County, Ga., resident bilked out of thousands of dollars by an unscrupulous contractor received a new roof after a local roofing contractor learned of their plight.

According to a story from WSB-TV, the victim, who remained anonymous, hired a roofing company named People’s Choice Roofing in March to replace their roof. Despite being paid $11,000 for the job through an insurance claim, the contractor only placed a tarp over a section of damaged shingles.

Retro Roofing of Kennesaw, Ga., led by William Korn, heard about the situation and provided a roof to the homeowner at a significant discount. The replacement roof was funded by the remaining insurance money not paid to the previous contractor.

“I want to help this guy out,” Korn told Channel 2 Gwinnett County Bureau Chief Matt Johnson. “We want to advocate for this roofing industry out here in Georgia and take down these guys that are just taking advantage of folks.”