
GiGi’s Playhouse Cleveland Youth Board
The GiGi's Playhouse Cleveland Youth Board is made up of dedicated and motivated group of high school students who see the importance of increasing awareness for individuals with Down Syndrome, as well as creating an environment that is accepting, generous and kind: the three fundamentals of the Generation G Pledge. The purpose of the Youth Board is to spread the message of Generation G through hosting events for members of the community and GiGi's Playhouse families and encouraging other high school students to commit to signing and carrying out the Generation G Pledge.

GiGi’s Playhouse Cleveland Youth Board Mission Statement
The GiGi’s Playhouse Cleveland Youth Board is a dedicated group of high school students who strive to spread the message of Generation G; to be accepting, be generous and be kind by educating and involving the community through outreach and awareness. We advocate for a culture of acceptance and compassion towards individuals with Down syndrome and their families.
Meet Our 2024-2025 Youth Board
Liam Gray – Third Year Member
Liam is a junior at Saint Edward High School, where he plays on the baseball and basketball teams. Liam first began volunteering at GiGi’s because of his experience growing up with his brother, Nick, who has Down syndrome, and the close bond that they have shared with each other their entire lives.
Cole Croce – Third Year Member
Cole is a senior at University School, where he plays on the basketball team. He has two sisters with whom he volunteers with at GiGi’s Playhouse. It is Cole’s third year being on the Youth Board and he is excited to spread positivity and awareness in the community!
Gabriella Croce – Third Year Member
Gabriella is a senior at Saint Joseph Academy. She began volunteering at GiGi’s after seeing how welcoming GiGi’s Playhouse was for a friend of the family, Nick! Outside of GiGi’s, Gabriella plays basketball and softball. She also is a part of the Glamor Gals Club, the Science Club, the Ultimate Fan Club, the French Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and the Engineering & Design program at her school.
Cameron Croce – Third Year Member
Cameron is a junior at Saint Joseph Academy, where she plays basketball and track. She is a part of the Entrepreneurship Club, Free to Smile Club, French Club, Ultimate Fan Club, as well as Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Cameron loves to read, her favorite color is pink, and her favorite food is sushi. She was inspired to volunteer at GiGi’s Playhouse after seeing the impact that GiGi’s has on some of her peers, including her friend, Nick!
Brooke Berkowitz – Second Year Member
Brooke is a senior at Saint Joseph Academy. She plays soccer for a club team and for her school. She is an Academy Ambassador, in the Health Science Honors Program, a part of Mental Health Matters Club, Spanish Club, and the Glamour Gals Club. Brooke has been volunteering at GiGi’s since 8th grade and she loves how kind and welcoming the whole community is. She is excited to spread the Generation G message to her school and community!
Lola Skinner – First Year Member
Lola is a senior at Saint Joseph Academy. She is an Academy Ambassador, a part of the Academy Chorale, a part of Concert Band and in the Academy Inclusion Club. She also works at Bigmouth Donuts on the weekends. Lola started volunteering at GiGi's her freshman year and she loves how welcoming everyone is! She is a Program Assist for Games with Friends Teen, Destination Discovery and Drama Troupe. She’s excited to spread awareness and acceptance throughout the community!
Catherine Fazio – First Year Member
Catherine is a sophomore at Avon Lake High School. She plays soccer, does gymnastics, and runs track. She is a member of Spanish Club, Pep Club, Students Against Destructive Decisions, Future Business Leaders of America, and Lake against Leukemia. Catherine is so excited to be a part of such a kind and welcoming community and can’t wait to see all of the great things this year has to bring!
Former Youth Board Members:
2023 Graduates:
Catherine Curran
Sara Viserta
2022 Graduates:
Nate Gray
Matt Gray
Inga Wilhelmy
Ilana Darr
Clare Black
Clare Khoury
Ella Noose
Anya Krishnan
Kate Carey
2021 Graduates:
Hannah Ryan
Julia Roth
Katie Gale
Sarah Harper
Alyssa Kiss-Benke
2019 Graduate:
Albert Wilhelmy
2018 Graduate:
Megan Gale



For more information on our Generation G Youth Board, please contact Erin Alexeff at ealexeff@gigisplayhouse.org.