Ralph Roberts and his team at the Big Nail extend our deepest thoughts and sympathies for the families involved in the senseless shootings in Virginia. If only officials had been more aware of the demons that were raging in this young man that drove him to this insane measure. There were definite signs, but not enough prevention. This young man needed help and openly expressed it. Someone needed to get involved.

The very basis of the Big Nail is founded on involvement with one’s own community. We encourage YOU to become involved. We all touch people each day of our lives, it’s just a matter as to what extent.

The amazing thing about helping others is that it heals the healer and opens new avenues and opportunities we did not have before. Scroll down this page and just look at the priceless picture of Ralph holding those delightful babies on this website. The Michigan Habitat for Humanity project gives Ralph a real sense of giving back. That joy in his face comes from giving of one’s time, efforts and genuinely caring for others.

If you have a story of giving to your community, we want to hear about it! We applaud those who get involved and make a positive difference. There are many out there donating their time and efforts without anyone even knowing. We want to hear from you. With waves of positive involvement and reaching out for one another, we can prevent tragedies like the shootings in Virginia ever happening again.