See Hope Bloom at Maria’s Field of Hope in Avon!

Prayers From Maria Children’s Cancer Foundation is happy to share with visitors that Maria’s Field of Hope in Avon was planted earlier this summer and is now open for visitors! The 18-acre field is back alongside Interstate 90, off of Jaycox Rd, with the entrance and parking accessible off Middleton.

The field was inspired by the memory and spirit of Maria McNamara, planted as a way to love and honor courageous children battling cancer and those we have lost. Donations at the field directly fund our foundation’s efforts to provide childhood cancer patients with the support they desperately need, by reversing the tragic lack of funding and fueling the most meaningful brain cancer research for kids.

The Prayers From Maria Foundation first planted the Sunflower field in 2014 to gracefully draw attention to the lack of funding for childhood cancer. Our efforts over the years have resulted in millions going to the fight to end childhood cancer.

“We are blessed to have this home for Maria’s Field of Hope that honors the lives of children lost to cancer. It not only enables us to spread awareness of their fight, but also provides a place of joy and reflection for the community. We love that.” Said Megan McNamara, Co-founder and Maria’s Mom.

Everyone is welcome to walk the field from sunup to sundown, rain or shine. Maria’s Shop is open every day from 10 a.m. – dusk, per volunteer availability. Several events have already been scheduled at the field: TEAM Day and book swap – Aug. 29 from12 – 2 p.m. • Paws in the Petals, Pet Day – Aug. 30 from 12 – 2 p.m. • Meet, Greet and Draw with Derek Hess – Sept. 5 from 1 – 3 p.m. • Sunflower Social Sept. 6 from 12 – 2 p.m. • Sweat for a Cause with Orangetheory Fitness – Sept. 12 from 9 – 11 a.m. • Pop-up with Josie’s & Co. + Sis Kiss – Sept. 12 from 2 – 4 p.m. • National Grandparents Day, Presented By Sgt. Clean – Sept. 13 from 10 – 2 p.m. • Stargazing in the Sunflowers, Lake Erie Science Center – Sept. 13 from 6:45 – 7:45 p.m. • And More!

Check the Prayers From Maria website calendar for up-to-date information on all field events.