Beacon announced that it has established the Robert R. Buck Scholarship Program in honor of former President, CEO and Chairman of the Board Robert "Bob" Buck, whose final board term ended with a 2021 Annual Meeting of Shareholders held on Feb. 19.

"Bob’s deep care for Beacon employees and their families makes a scholarship program carrying his name an ideal way to honor his legacy. We are proud to support our employees as they help the next generation strive towards its full potential," said Julian Francis, Beacon’s president and CEO.