Community Involvement

Based in Beachwood, Ohio, Believe in Dreams serves all of Northeast Ohio by granting dreams for local youths ages 5-18 who have faced traumatic (non-medical) events like abuse, neglect, separation from parents, and more. The goal is to provide access to enriching opportunities, connection to community, and hope for the future. With over 700 dreams granted since its start in 2014, Believe in Dreams remains committed to supporting our local communities, and we are honored to play a role in helping them continue their incredible work.

A list of current dreams is always posted to the home page of believeindreams.org. Donations can be made to specific dreams and/or to the general organization.

Petitti Garden Centers has been a proud supporter of Cleveland Clinic Children’s for more than two decades. Because just 4% of federal cancer research funding goes toward pediatrics, our 2025 partnership includes efforts to raise funds specifically for pediatric cancer research. April through June, customers are encouraged to round up their total purchase to the next dollar at Checkout. On July 26, families are encouraged to join Petitti’s at “Trike & Bike” at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. And September 5, we’re excited to sponsor the Kids Activity Zone at the VeloSano Kickoff Party in Downtown Cleveland.

Prayers from Maria Children’s Cancer Foundation is dedicated to raising awareness of childhood glioma brain cancer. What began as a small sunflower field planted by the highway to raise awareness and honor the memory and spirit of Maria McNamara has grown into something much greater. As the organization says, “when the flowers bloom, they turn their faces to the sun and reflect the joy of the little girl who inspired these glorious, bright yellow gardens.” This incredible organization continues to raise awareness for childhood brain tumors while providing support to families experiencing the unimaginable difficulties that come with these diagnoses.

In addition to rounding up your change at checkout, you can support their mission to fund research for preventions, treatments, and ultimately a cure for childhood brain tumors by purchasing their merchandise from our boutique or visiting their sunflower Fields of Hope each fall. Learn more at prayersfrommaria.org

Inspired by the exceptional care they received through their own experience, the Petitti family is honored to support UH Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital. We are also proud to sponsor the signature Radiothon fundraising event held each December where you can tune in to hear miracle stories of survival & loss, heartbreak & hope, and to learn about the lifesaving care provided at UH Rainbow – including the Petitti family’s own Rainbow story shared by AJ Petitti and sister Andria Mileti (Petitti).

The funds raised support critical programs and coping services that are not funded by health insurance – like art & music therapy, family & child life counseling, and kid-friendly spaces such as the beautiful Angie’s Rooftop Garden.