2024 Pillar Award for Community Service – Northeast Ohio

Medical Mutual and Smart Business welcome you to the Pillar Awards for Community Service. For more than two decades, the Pillar Awards have recognized organizations and individuals that are making positive impacts in their communities through volunteering, charitable giving, pro bono work and more.

As Medical Mutual celebrates our 90th anniversary in 2024, we challenge ourselves every day to “Be the Difference” — for our members, for each other and for the community. This is rooted in our mission: Uniting with our partners to help people live healthier through all stages of life. That mission drives the work we do with our nonprofit partners to improve the physical, financial and mental health of people across Ohio.

Our efforts address needed access points to care, connect community members with resources that assist in daily living and help remove the obstacles many Ohioans face, such as food insecurity, financial barriers to education and access to high-speed internet.

Foundational to Medical Mutual’s community support is our SHARE program. Through this volunteer initiative, our employees support dozens of nonprofits and community groups across the state each year. It’s an important way that Medical Mutual continues to give back to our communities as we mark 90 years, and one of the annual Pillar Awards recognizes a company whose employees best illustrate the values of the program.

This year’s Pillar Award recipients bring the strongest commitment to their communities. As we look ahead to another 90 years serving our communities, Medical Mutual is pleased to join Smart Business in honoring these organizations and individuals.

On behalf of Medical Mutual and Smart Business, congratulations to the 2024 Pillar Awards honorees.

 

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Pillar Award Honorees

ABC Therapy Ltd. celebrates abilities, supports inclusion and promotes quality life for people with developmental disabilities. It supports for-profit and nonprofit organizations locally, nationally and internationally.

Wendy Kelley founded ABC Therapy as a sole proprietor in 1996, incorporating in 2010. Kelley is a physical therapist who believes everyone deserves the opportunity to live their best lives. Through her more than 35-year career as a physical therapist, she has touched the lives of thousands of people through work, outreach endeavors and day-to-day life.

The impact of the services of ABC Therapy are far-reaching. Kelley believes in partnering with like-minded service agencies to promote a focus on abilities, inclusion and equitable opportunities in all aspects of life for individuals with differing abilities. She also believes in uniting like-minded people to create a better world for all who are served that reaches beyond individual services — in early childcare programs, schools, communities and workplaces.

For Kelley, the best way to change the world is to impact the life of one individual, who will in turn impact another individual and so on as the ripple continues outward.

Kelley, through ABC Therapy, has strived to help those with disabilities pursue their dreams, and to enrich their lives and the lives of their families. ●

 

Apex Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center offers free spot checks in underserved communities to detect skin cancer and other skin conditions. Through this, the company has helped more than 500,000 patients and performed 75,000 skin cancer treatments while ensuring dermatological services are available in such areas.

Each year in May on Melanoma Monday, Apex offers free skin cancer spot checks and provides potentially life-saving screening at no cost. The company also supports school fundraisers, community events and programs throughout the year, devoting resources into every community where it has an office. This year, it is presenting sponsor of Miles for Melanoma and was presenting sponsor of the Freedom 5K last year.

Founder and President Jorge Garcia-Zuazaga, MD has been a board member of the Greater Cleveland Partnership, a member of Cleveland’s Chapter of YPO and served as trustee of the Ohio Dermatology Association. A veteran, he created The Purple Heart Project, offering free scar revisions to veterans injured in active duty.

Garcia-Zuazaga has served as mentor for high school and college students interested in STEM and is faculty at NEOMED Department of Dermatology where he helps medical students in dermatology prepare for their boards. He also offers training in the suture lab. ●

 

At Brennan Industries, CEO David Carr stands out as a beacon of philanthropy and compassion, having successfully fostered a culture of giving that permeates every facet of the organization.

From the outset of Carr’s tenure, his leadership style was not just about achieving financial milestones but also about making a tangible difference in the lives of others. He envisioned a company where success is measured not only by profits but by the positive impact on the community. Under his guidance, the company has embraced a mission that intertwines business objectives with social responsibility, ensuring that giving back is as integral to the company’s DNA as its core business functions.

Carr’s ability to seamlessly integrate philanthropy into the company’s strategic framework sets him apart. He has cultivated a culture in which giving is a continuous and collective effort, embedded in every decision the company makes. Through the company’s Community Connections program, employees are encouraged to volunteer, contribute to charity and spearhead their own initiatives, creating empowerment and a sense of ownership that has amplified the company’s impact. Carr has also championed initiatives such as allowing employees to give input to what organizations or causes the company contributes to each year, which has significantly increased employee participation in charitable activities. ●

 

Stacey Schroeder has always been a voracious learner and has inspired the same in others. From tutoring college students while she was in high school to starting EVelop LLC in 2019, she’s unstoppable.

As a trained engineer, Lean Six Sigma expert, Schroeder has a servant leadership approach to workforce development. Through her work at The Institute for Management Studies, she transforms over 4,000 leaders each year from over a dozen companies with customized leadership development programs designed in partnership with world-class thought leaders. During the pandemic, she transformed an in-person training course for DoD professionals on large-scale metal additive manufacturing to a fully online program, illustrating how connecting people with the skills and opportunities they need for success is her mission.

She has been a board member for Youth Opportunities Unlimited since 2021 and is involved in the Employer Partnership Committee. She pushes fellow board members and staff to think broadly about workforce development and youth engagement, and shares innovative ideas. She was a board member for Women in Manufacturing’s Ohio Chapter in 2021 and 2022, and helped create an excellent, sustainable team that schedules impactful events throughout the state.

Additionally, she donates approximately 8 to 10 percent of EVelop’s annual profits to deserving organizations. ●

 

As president of H. Jack’s Plumbing & Heating Co., a 45-plus-year-old family-owned and operated plumbing and HVAC service company, John Langer dedicates time and resources to making an impact in the communities in which he and his organization serve.

Through personal and corporate donations and sponsorships, Langer regularly supports more than 50 organizations and causes each year. He also personally reaches out to his network of business colleagues, employees, friends and family to encourage them to join in.

He supports high school and college athletes through partnerships with the Greater Cleveland Sports Commission and Friday Night Touchdown, raises funds for local programs with the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Northern Ohio Italian American Foundation, and has even given back to a Cleveland-area elementary teacher with The Property Brothers on HGTV’s Celebrity IOU.

However, no partnership means more to Langer than the one with the Greater Cleveland Food Bank. Langer has led a food and funds campaign, offered a matching gift initiative and hosted a fundraiser luncheon as a member of the Harvest for Hunger Kitchen Cabinet, all of which have provided more than 500,000 meals to those in need in. ●

 

Leaf Home employees are united by a common goal: to make a meaningful difference in the lives of homeowners, colleagues, families and communities. Their commitment extends far beyond the products the company provides — it’s about the positive impact they creates where they live and work. Led by Leaf Home CEO Rocco Mango, and through volunteer efforts, donations and the support of numerous organizations and causes, they strive to give back to society in ways that matter.

The foundation of the company is its people. Together, they share a responsibility to lift up those around them, contributing not just as a business but as a force for good in the communities that have supported the company. They are proud to make a lasting impact through service, compassion and dedication.

Leaf Home employees proudly participated in the Northeastern Ohio Down Syndrome Association Buddy Walk, coming together to support Graham McKinney, son of two Leaf Home team members. Leaf Home made a positive impact, reaching into the personal lives of employees and the communities they serve.

In addition, the donation of stairlifts to veterans addressed the physical challenges many veterans face, and during the salt intrusion crisis in New Orleans, the donation of six Reverse Osmosis Systems was a lifeline for countless individuals. ●

 

Meijer leaders are carrying on the legacy of the company’s founder, Hendrik Meijer, who said that if you take care of your customers, team members and community, they’ll take care of you. Meijer engages with its communities in significant and meaningful ways, including through its signature hunger relief program Simply Give, which has generated more than $95 million for its food pantry partners throughout the Midwest.

It also supports local charities throughout Northeast Ohio and the surrounding markets, including The Greater Cleveland Foodbank, The Cleveland Clinic, Fairfax Recreation Center and Karamu House. It sponsors local community events, donates countless volunteer hours and donates more than 6 percent of net profits to charities every year.

Meijer community giving efforts don’t end with monetary donations — team members throughout Northeast Ohio give their time, too. For example, Meijer has volunteered innumerable hours with the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, the Journal Jog in Lorain County, Fox 8 Stuff the Bus, The Gathering Place’s Race for Place, and University Hospitals Meijer Spring Bunny Breakfast, among others.

With 55 stores and distribution centers throughout the state and a team of nearly 12,000 Ohio residents, the organization is committed to community service and bettering the lives of people in the neighborhoods where its customers and team members live and work. ●

 

The City Mission has partnered with the PNC Grow Up Great Program since 2017. Grow Up Great began in 2004 with the mission to help prepare children from birth through age 5 for success in school and life.

Each year, PNC employees receive 40 hours of paid time to volunteer to help support early childhood programs. In addition, PNC awards grant funds based on the number of volunteer hours reached by employees. Since this partnership began, The City Mission has welcomed 167 PNC volunteers who have provided 2,935 volunteer hours, resulting in $127,000 in grant funds.

The PNC Grow Up Great program supports early childhood. PNC’s approach is to harness the time and talents of its employees to partner with and support local and national organizations working to meet the needs of young children. Instead of creating additional programs to address the issue, Grow Up Great follows the lead of experts in the field by providing support where needed.

As of January 2024, the Grow Up Great program has completed 1.5 million volunteer hours, donated 1.5 million in supplies and granted $9 million to partnering organizations. The City Mission’s partnership with Grow Up Great has also been an amazing source of support for staff and residents at Laura’s Home Women’s Crisis Center. ●

 

With a deep connection to Make-A-Wish Ohio, Kentucky & Indiana (OKI), Prince & Izant Co. has fostered a culture of giving that extends beyond traditional corporate support in making life-changing wishes come true for children with critical illnesses.

Under Nancy Faulhaber’s leadership as vice president of marketing, Prince & Izant has built a strong connection between employees, volunteers and Wish Kids. Faulhaber, a wish granter since 2018, has volunteered on over a dozen wishes this year alone and enthusiastically committed to leading Make-A-Wish events. Whether it’s rallying volunteers at the last minute to fulfill a wish or hosting special events like a private movie screening for 15 Wish Kids and their families, Faulhaber and the Prince & Izant team consistently go above and beyond. They ensure every interaction with Make-A-Wish is memorable, impactful and meaningful.

Since 2018, Prince & Izant has been a proud sponsor of the Make-A-Wish Northern Ohio Wish Gala, contributing more than $250,000 in support of the mission. For the 2025 Wish Gala, Faulhaber has taken on the role of gala chair. She has already been working hard to brainstorm new opportunities with the Prince & Izant team and is actively recruiting new committee members. ●

 

Site Leader John Wargo and Rocket Mortgage have created a culture of great team member and client experience, building a team that focuses on client experience, community service and teamwork.

Under Wargo’s leadership, the Web Center has flourished. It had more than 60 promotions this year and led the company in Cleveland in community service hours per team member and Outlet scores all four quarters. He hosts open feedback sessions and had a personal one-on-one session with every team member this year.

The leadership team in Cleveland has made huge impacts on the lives and business of their team members, this year more than ever, and has put in more time and effort to ensure they find success. The company consistently works with programs and organizations in Cleveland such as The Ronald McDonald House, Empower Sports, Habitat for Humanity, Cleveland Public Theatre and the YMCA.

In addition, post-pandemic, the organization supports a hybrid work model for the team and work-from-home Fridays, has done summer hours and has monthly award shows that recognize people through amazing experiences.

Wargo believes in treating people with empathy, care and always giving recognition. Most important, he says, echoing the organization’s philosophy, don’t be afraid to add a “dash of the ridiculous” in your day and have some fun. ●

 

For Brian Krusz, founder, vice president of growth and development at Sgt. Clean Car Wash, dedication to community involvement is a key aspect of his leadership. From the start, he has made community service a core value of Sgt. Clean. As the company grew from six locations in 2022 to 16 in 2024, Krusz created the role of community impact coordinator to ensure a focused approach to community engagement. Sgt. Clean’s commitment to community support has only strengthened with its growth.

Stewardship is a component of the company’s core values. “Have you paid your community rent?” is a question Krusz’s grandfather often asked him, starting the philosophy for Sgt. Clean’s community initiative. This year, the company has sponsored over 100 local organizations, contributed more than 300 in-kind donations valued at over $45,000, and volunteered at 30 events. Additionally, Sgt. Clean has invested in a digital fundraising platform, empowering organizations to manage their own fundraising efforts.

Sgt. Clean volunteers at over 30 events each year, from food banks and community activities to homeless shelters and school events. It supports team members by encouraging their participation and offering financial incentives. In collaboration with Business Volunteers Unlimited, the company has created a volunteer portal on its website to facilitate both internal and external involvement. ●

 

W.A. Smith Financial Group has a profound impact on children and families in Northeast Ohio, thanks to the leadership of Owner and CEO William Smith. Since 2017, W.A. Smith Financial Group has supported Make-A-Wish, driving change for its mission and raising over $1 million to date.

Smith made it a priority for his staff to be “all in” on making a difference for wish families. The company’s previous approach of contributing modestly to multiple charities left them feeling disconnected from the impact of their giving. In 2017, they shifted focus, dedicating efforts exclusively to fundraising for Make-A-Wish.

W.A. Smith has supported Make-A-Wish through initiatives that include golf outings and participation in the Walk for Wishes. It hosts an annual signature event, which raised $400,000 last year, thanks in large part to a six-figure match from Smith and the company. He has cultivated a strong culture of giving among staff and clients, and created opportunities during the workday for his team to engage with clients and community partners to support Make-A-Wish. He also personally matches funds raised.

Thanks to Smith’s leadership, W.A. Smith Financial Group is Make-A-Wish’s largest corporate partner in Northeast Ohio, setting a standard of commitment that inspires others ●

 

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Medical Mutual Share Award

Mapledale Farm Landscape Supplies president Dave Johnson’s strong faith and belief that we all should “serve” others, guides his business and volunteerism both professionally and personally.

Johnson is the Chardon Rotary president and he and the organization donate to multiple entities in need. There was a monetary donation to Geauga hospital employees for service, and they started several drives for Veterans Food Pantry.

Elected Hambden Township Trustee in 2023, he is dedicated to making it a great place for its residents. As a member of the Chamber of Commerce, he has hosted the after hours networking event for several years, bringing people together in a positive way. He and several Rotary members donated time and money to the Geauga Faith Rescue, which strives to meet the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of disadvantaged men, women and children. Their donations and time helped provide additional resources for the homeless in Geauga County.

He and his team also volunteer at Hannah’s Home, a maternity home for single pregnant young women. He has donated time and materials to build a retaining wall for the clock tower in Chardon Square, volunteers at Hambden Fire Department Clam Bakes, is an annual sponsor at the Chardon Chamber of Commerce Golf Outing, volunteers at the Great Geauga Fair, sponsored a raffle to raise money for the Geauga Beef and Swine 4H club, and volunteered at the Hambden Community Picnic.

Mapledale Farm is a place where people work together as a team and a family to serve others, both professionally and personally. Johnson and his wife, Bev, donate time and services to the Chardon Rotary Annual Harvest Auction, and Mapledale donates land for the court’s Juvenile System Gardening Program to allow troubled juveniles to create and garden, and learn responsibility and caring for plants.

Johnson believes in hard work and people taking responsibility for helping their neighbors, and it clearly shows in his commitment to his community. Johnson, his company and his employees help make Chardon a stronger community by helping people less fortunate, and their actions guide others to do the same. ●

 

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Nonprofit Board Executive of the Year Award

Board member Mark Fiala is a huge support to Motogo, a nonprofit organization with a mission to teach kids to solve problems through building motorcycles. Its vision is to spark confidence in all people to build their own future. Fiala has been an incredible advocate of that mission since the organization’s inception, sharing his time, talent and treasure. His involvement with Motogo began even before its official formation, when he went to the original business, Skidmark Community Motorcycle Garage, to help change a tire, and never stopped showing up.

When Motogo was founded in 2017, it was little more than an idea, but Fiala saw potential. Bringing his expertise from Organizational Architecture, a Cleveland-based, veteran-owned HR consulting firm he founded in 2007, he applied his vast knowledge of human resources and organizational strategy. He was instrumental in founding the board, writing the bylaws, and creating the framework that allowed Motogo to grow. He led talent searches, developed job descriptions and ensured the founders were fairly compensated. He established payroll and designed benefits packages while ensuring the organization stayed true to its mission and vision.

He and his wife, certified nurse Amanda Matela, provided critical care to Motogo staff during the pandemic, ensuring they had health care support when medical resources were stretched. ●

 

Greater Cleveland Habitat for Humanity is part of a global, nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating substandard housing and providing training and access to resources to help families improve their housing condition.

Founded in 1987, the organization has brought together over 200 sponsor groups and more than 83,000 volunteers to help over 300 Partner Families, including more than 1,000 children. It has provided low-income, working families safe and affordable places to live in more than 20 Cleveland neighborhoods.

Michael Owendoff , who joined the nonprofit’s board of directors in 2015, served as board chair for three years, overseeing exponential growth and transformational change. During his time in the position, he demonstrated an astounding commitment to Greater Cleveland Habitat’s mission, fundraising over $500,000 to support programming. His ability to rally support has been instrumental in advancing Habitat’s goals. He was known for fostering collaboration, empowering teams and driving strategic initiatives to create a lasting impact. He gave countless hours as a board member and board chair, utilizing his experience in real estate to navigate work with municipalities, developers and real estate attorneys.

He oversaw the hiring of a CEO and guided the kickoff of a project that will drive housing stability and wealth creation. ●

 

David Payne has provided outstanding leadership, guidance and oversight as a former governing board chair and now a current governing board member for the largest Make-A-Wish chapter in the world at Make-A-Wish Ohio, Kentucky & Indiana. Since completing his tenure as chair, Payne has remained a dedicated governing board member, continuing to offer valuable support.

He played a crucial role in assessing and restructuring the chapter’s fundraising team and supported the search for a new CEO. Under his leadership, Make-A-Wish OKI granted 1,205 wishes in Fiscal Year 2023 — more than any other chapter in the country — and raised a record $12.8 million. His visionary leadership helped the organization emerge stronger from the COVID-19 pandemic, setting it on course to consistently grant 1,200 wishes annually, aligning with Make-A-Wish’s long-term goal of fulfilling the wish of every eligible child.

Payne’s commitment extends beyond governance. As the owner of a design and renovations company, he has personally contributed to wishes and donated over $200,000 to the nonprofit. He also leverages his network in the building community to secure hundreds of thousands of dollars in in-kind donations.

His ability to recruit board members, establish an endowment in memory of a co-worker’s child and include Make-A-Wish in his estate plans demonstrates his commitment to the mission. ●

 

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Philanthropist of the Year Award

In 1990, Ron and Nancy Harrington purchased Edgepark Surgical Inc., a struggling specialty medical equipment and supply company with $2 million in sales. They transformed it into a high-performing industry giant, bought by Cardinal Heath for $2 billion in 2012. Driven by compassion and a commitment to improving health care, the Harrington family seeks to transform the standard of care in Northeast Ohio and beyond. Through their generous philanthropy, they aspire to make a lasting impact on families around the world by advancing health care and scientific innovation.

The Harringtons are the stewards of the Harrington legacy, the most generous family in University Hospitals’ history. In 2008, their $22.6 million gift established the University Hospitals Harrington Heart & Vascular Institute. Strengthening Cleveland’s position as an international leader in heart research and care demonstrated the family’s philanthropic commitment to health care. In 2012, the Harringtons made a visionary gift of $50 million to launch Harrington Discovery Institute at University Hospitals as part of The Harrington Project for Discovery & Development. 

Harrington Discovery Institute is driving groundbreaking treatments and cures worldwide while reinforcing Northeast Ohio’s role as a leader in biomedical innovation. Further, their leadership and dedication to bettering the world around them has inspired others, triggering more than $100 million in additional giving to University Hospitals. ●

 

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Nonprofit Executive Director of the Year Award

Dr. Amber C. Gibbs joined Cuyahoga Board of Developmental Disabilities in 2008 and has served in supervisory and leadership roles, most recently as chief administrative services officer, before being appointed superintendent and CEO in 2023.

Her impact is felt within Cuyahoga DD and across Ohio’s developmental disabilities system. In her role as superintendent, she leads a staff of nearly 600 and manages an agency budget of $150 million. She uses data to allocate Cuyahoga DD resources to ensure that every area of Cuyahoga County is exposed to Cuyahoga DD and every person who needs services can access them.

She has worked on innovative housing projects for people with DD, developed a partnership with Cleveland State University to support students with DD who want to pursue postsecondary education and partnered with other youth-serving agencies to support young people in crisis. She advocates for people with disabilities to live, learn, work and play in the community in ways that are meaningful to them, and elevates Cuyahoga DD’s awareness in the community.

She understands the day-to-day work of caring for people with disabilities and the administrative side of the DD field, and uses her knowledge, experience and influence to push important statewide initiatives. ●

 

Jessica Payne joined the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Cleveland team as president and CEO in 2018, a critical time in the organization’s history. With no development staff in place, fundraising efforts had dwindled, and BBBS was facing a series of serious budget shortfalls and the cascading effects of long-term staff turnover.

Payne was 32 when she accepted this leadership role and has impressed with not just her skillset but her energy, attitude and dedication to BBBS kids. She is a former Little Sister through Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Cleveland and still maintains a strong friendship with her Big Sister of 30 years.

She is a shining example of servant-leadership in action. She often says that her participation in BBBS as a kid taught her to accept advice and support from others and realize that she’s not alone in her desire to care for her community. Her “people are people first” management philosophy ensures staff members are valued as the backbone of the organization and the driver of its impact on the community. She has shifted the organizational culture and nurtured positive relationships with staff, board and program participants, improving the service level of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Cleveland to the community. ●

 

Maria Schmitt has made a lasting impact on Cleveland Clinic through her leadership and commitment to providing an exceptional caregiver experience.

As executive director of HR Operations within Cleveland Clinic’s Caregiver Office, Schmitt works across all areas of the enterprise, collaborating with clinical departments, HRIS, continuous improvement teams, finance, communication and many others to streamline processes and enhance caregiver support and programs. One of her notable achievements is leading the relaunch of the Community Service Time Off Program, allowing caregivers to take paid time off to volunteer in community service activities. So far, there have been over 10,000 caregiver volunteer hours. 

Schmitt oversaw the launch of the Caregiver Recognition and Legacy Coins program in 2023, which aim to embed recognition into caregiving at Cleveland Clinic. More than 1,000 coins have been awarded to deserving caregivers. She oversees other efforts around caregiver recognition, including a digital awards platform acknowledging everything from a job well done to birthdays to incentive programs with monetary rewards.

Schmitt’s focus on recognizing and supporting caregivers has significantly enhanced the organization’s ability to foster a positive, engaged and motivated workforce. Cleveland Clinic has seen its vacancy and turnover rates continue to drop over the past several years thanks in part to her efforts. ●

 

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Kent Clapp CEO Leadership Award

Prince & Izant Co. is a company that exhibits exemplary employee-driven community service, philanthropy and volunteerism. With a deep connection to Make-A-Wish Ohio, Kentucky & Indiana (OKI), the company has fostered a culture of giving that extends beyond traditional corporate support. Prince & Izant Co.’s employees, leadership and their families are fully immersed in making life-changing wishes come true for children with critical illnesses.

Led by CEO Matt Brandenburg, more than 20 employees at Prince & Izant are involved in wish granting to children through the nonprofit organization. But the team doesn’t just fulfill wishes — they make those wishes unforgettable. Whether through creative wish reveals, wish send-offs, or hands-on efforts like constructing treehouses or sensory rooms, Brandenburg works with Prince & Izant employees to bring joy and magic to every wish.

Prince & Izant’s commitment to Make-A-Wish is a family affair, led by the Brandenburgs’ longstanding tradition of giving back. The Brandenburg family, including Matt, his wife Tram, and their daughters Kailee and Tessa, have supported wish-granting for decades, both through their family-founded company and their nonprofit, the Brandenburg Foundation. In 2023, the Brandenburg Foundation made a transformative $500,000 donation, earning the family membership in Make-A-Wish’s prestigious Constellation Society.

Brandenburg says the first wish as a volunteer is hard to forget in all the best ways. There is an inherent expectation and excitement in being a part of a moment of joy for this child going through it. His wish kid, Julius (who wished for a trip to Hawaii), showed him that what they’re giving is incredibly impactful for the wish families, but what they as wish granters are receiving in return — purpose, fulfillment and perspective — changes both wish kids and wish granters for life.

Since 2018, Prince & Izant has been a proud sponsor of the Make-A-Wish Northern Ohio Wish Gala, contributing more than $250,000 in support of the mission. Their efforts have helped raise millions of dollars more by engaging their network, inviting friends, and bringing new sponsors into the fold.

The commitment to volunteerism, philanthropy and community service is of the utmost importance to the culture of Prince & Izant. Through their leadership, dedication and personal involvement, they have transformed the lives of countless Wish Kids and their families. Their employees’ collective efforts in wish granting, financial support and volunteerism showcase the company’s heart and highlight how corporate culture can drive lasting change. ●