JR Girskis Presents Boy Scouts Community Impact Award

On April 24, 2022, Brian “JR” Girskis of Suburban Construction proudly presented the Boy Scouts Community Impact Award to Bill Michaels of the 97X Dwyer & Michaels Morning Show in recognition of his continued support of local Scouting programs and the annual Celebrity Pinewood Derby fundraiser.

The award highlighted Michaels’ longtime commitment to helping raise awareness and support for the Boy Scouts through community involvement, media outreach, and fundraising efforts that positively impact youth throughout the Quad Cities region.

The Celebrity Pinewood Derby has become a well-known community event that brings together local businesses, media personalities, organizations, and supporters to raise funds for Scouting programs and youth leadership initiatives. The event helps support the Scoutreach Program, which provides opportunities for youth to participate in Scouting experiences focused on leadership, teamwork, mentorship, and character development.

JR Girskis recognized the important role Bill Michaels and the entire Dwyer & Michaels team have played in helping the event grow over the years.

“Bill and the Dwyer & Michaels team have done an incredible job helping bring attention, excitement, and community support to the Celebrity Pinewood Derby,” Girskis said. “Their willingness to use their platform to help local youth and Scouting programs has made a real impact throughout our community.”

The Community Impact Award recognizes individuals and organizations that demonstrate exceptional support for youth programs, leadership development, and community service initiatives throughout eastern Iowa and western Illinois.

Through media partnerships and local involvement, the Celebrity Pinewood Derby continues to help raise funding for programs that teach young people valuable life skills including:

Suburban Construction has long supported local Scouting programs and community events throughout the Quad Cities, believing that investing in youth leadership programs helps strengthen the future of the region.

The April 24, 2022 recognition served as a celebration not only of Bill Michaels’ support for Scouting, but also of the strong partnerships between local businesses, media organizations, volunteers, and community leaders who continue helping create opportunities for young people throughout the Quad Cities.

Congratulations again to Bill Michaels on receiving the Boy Scouts Community Impact Award and thank you for your continued support of local Scouting programs and youth leadership initiatives.