321 Days of Acceptance | Week 6

Welcome to the week six recap of 321 Days of Acceptance from Generation G!

Generation G is a conscious decision to be better every day. Acceptance is a fundamental dignity for all people, regardless of ability. Acceptance is more than an act of charity, it is truly generosity “in action”.

acceptance is the very heart and the very best of humanity. without daily actions to create lasting acceptance, opportunities for present and future generations will falter.

In sharing a story and image each day it is our hope to flood social media with the truth about how normal Down syndrome is and how extraordinary people with Down syndrome are!  You are helping the mission of Generation G & acceptance by simply sharing these posts (Found each morning on our Facebook page) with your friends on social media! Thank you. We are stronger together.

Here is who inspired us and made us smile in week 6……

Day 35 – Today we get the privilege of meeting the beautiful Hope from GiGi’s Playhouse McHenry County. Hope is 3 years old and loves to participate in Open Play and LMNOP! She started One on One no cost Literacy Tutoring this year and is doing a great job!!

Day 36 – Today we get the pleasure of introducing you all to the amazing Brett from GiGi’s Playhouse Phoenix/Scottsdale. Brett is 24, his favorite GiGi’s Purposeful program is Fantastic Friends. Brett loves music and sports. He is incredibly kind and outgoing!

Day 37 – Today we meet the super smiley Logan from GiGi’s Playhouse Tinley Park Logan is 2 years old and loves the 2 & Under Purposeful Program.

“I would say his favorite moment or mine was when one of the little boys hugged Logan [at 2 & Under] and said “you’re my best friend”. We love everything about GiGi’s. It gives my kids a home to be themselves.” Logan’s mom, Andrea

Day 38 – Karen Penrod is 55 years old and loves coming to GiGi’s Playhouse Sugar Land to make crafts & friends!  Karen gives her #bestofall each day recently she donated $1,000 of her own money to GiGi’s Sugar Land!

Day 39 – Meet Farzin. Farzin is a graduate of GiGi U and is now one of the Hugs & Mugs mentors. Farzin is a great friend and motivator. Those who have had the pleasure of hearing Farzin speak at gala’s, national conferences or even when visiting the Hugs and Mugs cafe know that this man is filled with passion and dreams. He believes in Generation G with his whole heart. Farzin is always looking out for the interns and GiGi U students, he encourages everyone to give their #bestofall each day. We are very thankful to have Farzin on the GiGi’s Team!

Meet the handsome Oliver from GiGi’s Playhouse – Twin Cities Oliver is 2 years old & because of GiGi’s Playhouse Oliver will always have a place to grow confidence and learn to give his #bestofall while mastering skills in a fun accepting environment!

Programs at GiGi’s Playhouse offer foundational learning opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome, their families and the community.

Today we are excited to introduce you to the handsome & kind James from GiGi’s Playhouse Rochester. Today we will be celebrating with James as his mom & other hard working moms and dads open the 32nd GiGi’s Playhouse in Rochester NY!! Help us in wishing them a fabulous day and future changing lives in their community!

“James is turning 6 in June. He has been our families inspiration since the day he was born. James makes me strive to be a better person because he is so kind and gentle to others. He becomes a huge part of everyone’s lives he comes in contact with. We are so proud he was sent to make this world and our lives a better place.” James mom, Jennifer.

now we are off to an amazing week 7!  please join us each day on facebook, twitter & instagram and share generation g!

 have you visited a gigi’s playhouse yet? we would love of you to join the gigi’s family and our no cost purposeful & progressive programing! you can find your location here!

The 321 Days of Acceptance campaign is a vital investment in advancing Generation G and our vision for global acceptance! Every day our social media fans will see a new story and a new face to introduce to the world. This campaign will help show the world how amazing our kids and adults truly are.

Down syndrome does not “discriminate”, and neither will the 321 Days of Acceptance Campaign. Pictures will represent all ages, genders and ethnicity. Pictures will include individuals with Down syndrome, alone and with parents, siblings, tutors, best friends and more.

If you would like to see your loved one included in please contact Heather at hrodriguez@gigisplayhouse.org

We strongly encourage you to share the featured participant of the day on your own social media pages. Let’s unite our voices to show the world the reach, power and achievement of the GiGi’s Playhouse Family! We are Bigger, Better, Stronger…..TOGETHER.

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