b'MRCA NewsCongratulations to our 2014 Award WinnersJames Q. McCawley Award Winner MRCA Technical & Research Committee, Past & PresentThis year the McCawley Award Committee, comprised exclusively of past McCawley Award Winners, made a special award to help celebrate the 65th Anniversary Celebration of the Technical and Research Committee. The T&R Committee has been one of the defining elements of the MRCA and has contributed landmark projects that have had significant impact to the roofing industry.This award was accepted by Dr. Renee Dupuis, MRCAs long-time technical advisors.Congratulations to all the T&R Committee Members, past and present on this unique honor.Impact Award WinnerPeterson Roofing, Mt. Prospect, IllinoisPeterson Roofing has always taken pride in giving back to the community it has serviced for 36+ years. In 2013, they stepped up their effort with their partnership with the national No Roof Left Behind initiative. No Roof Left Behind is a campaign where contractors sponsor a free roof giveaway in their county. Nominations are accepted online and four finalists are selected. Once the finalists are selected, the public chooses the winner through online vote. In the past year, Peterson Roofing has donated two free roofs with a third announced.In October 2013, Peterson Roofing announced its first free roof recipients; the Thorton family from Palatine, IL. The Thortons raised their family with the belief that others come before themselves. They have committed themselves to service projects making life easier for military deployed and families at home. Heather works with special needs students and Scott works temporary jobs, side jobs, but most often can be seen helping neighbors. The support was overwhelming as the community rallied around the Thorton family to earn them the free roof. We were touched by the whole community support and Peterson Roofing s generosity. We are always hearing about bad things in the world, seeing something like this happen makes you realize there is also a lot of good, says ThortonWith such great success for the first program, Peterson Roofing announced the winner of its second free roof giveaway in July 2014. Mr. Henry Blim, a WWII veteran who has dedicated his life to the service of others. From his days in the Air Force to working at local high schools helping troubled kids, Henry has always given back to his country and local community. Im thrilled that so many people voted for me and my story, this is truly a wonderful program, says Blim.Peterson Roofing is currently running its third No Roof Left Behind campaign and has announced its 2015 program. Peterson Roofing is committed to giving back to the community and will continue to do so. The support from the community has been great. Seeing local communities rally around local families in need has been a wonderful experience, says Jim Peterson, Jr. Its the least we can do for a community that has been so good to us over the years.About the AwardsJames Q. McCawley AwardThis award is given to an individual in recognition of their devotion to the roofing industry and is the most prestigious award given by MRCA. This award was first presented in 1969 and is a long standing tradition of MRCA.Impact AwardThe MRCA Impact Award recognizes an MRCA member company that has demonstrated a commitment to improving the well-being of communities or individuals through philanthropy or community service demonstrated at a local or national level.Industry Innovation AwardThe MRCA Industry Innovations award recognizes suppliers/manufacturers who have contributed to the advancement of the roofing industry through innovations and/or product development in the areas of safety, technology, efficiency, or environment that have significantly improved the well-being of the roofing contractor.Safety AwardThe Midwest Roofing Contractors Association (MRCA) Safety Program Award recognizes MRCA member companies that have demonstrated a commitment to improving jobsite safety through development, implementation, and enforcement of a safety and risk management program.8 www.mrca.orgMidwest Roofer'