Best of All: Gabe’s Growth in Tutoring, Speech, and Feeding Therapy
At GiGi’s Playhouse Canton, we believe in celebrating every success, big and small, as part of our “Best of All” mindset. This week, we are thrilled to spotlight Gabe, whose incredible progress across multiple programs is inspiring everyone around him! Gabe has been participating in our one-on-one math tutoring program...
July Volunteer Spotlight: Peyton Teter
At GiGi’s Playhouse Canton, our volunteers are the heart of everything we do; and this July, we’re honored to celebrate a truly exceptional young leader, Peyton Teter, as our Volunteer Spotlight. Peyton’s compassion, leadership, and drive have made a meaningful difference in the lives of our participants and the Playhouse...
A Day of Joy, Unity, and Inclusion: Dash for Down Syndrome 2025 Recap
While the skies were gray and the air a little chilly, nothing could dampen the spirit of our incredible community at this year’s Dash for Down Syndrome! Families, friends, volunteers, and supporters bundled up, showed up, and proved once again that we are stronger together. From the moment check-in opened,...
Volunteer Spotlight: Sofia
At GiGi’s Playhouse Canton, we’re grateful to shine a light on one of our incredible volunteers, Sofia, whose compassion and dedication have made a lasting impact on our Playhouse community! Sofia is a Canton native and a proud graduate of McKinley High School’s Class of 2020. After earning her Bachelor’s...
Best of All: Ryan’s Passion for Helping Others
If you’ve spent any time at GiGi’s Playhouse Canton since we opened, chances are you’ve met Ryan T. He is a friendly face who brings joy, dedication, and a whole lot of Generation G's heart to everything he does! Ryan is not only a participant in our adult programs who...
Meet Traci: Spring Intern 2025
We are thrilled to introduce you to Traci, our amazing spring intern at GiGi’s Playhouse Canton! Traci is a college senior majoring in Exercise Science and plans to attend occupational therapy school at Walsh University in the fall of 2025. She has a background in working with individuals with intellectual...
Volunteer Spotlight: GiGi’s Playhouse Canton Youth Board – Leading with Heart and Purpose
This May, we are excited to shine the Volunteer Spotlight on an incredible group of young leaders making a real difference—our GiGi’s Playhouse Canton Youth Board. These teens are much more than volunteers—they are passionate advocates, program leaders, and champions for acceptance. Their journey with GiGi's Playhouse started in different...
JJ’s Best of All: A Journey of Joy, Growth, and Team Spirit
Picture sent in by JJ's mom. JJ waiting for Thursdays 💕 Where it Started; Where We are Now At GiGi’s Playhouse, every milestone matters. We celebrate the little wins, the big breakthroughs, and everything in between. This May, we are thrilled to highlight one of our shining stars, JJ, as...
Planting Seeds of Change: 6 Years of GiGi’s Playhouse Canton
Today, we celebrate 6 years of GiGi's Playhouse Canton. Last week, we had the privilege of having FirstEnergy Corp. Green Team volunteers join us in generously planting 6 trees through their Community Tree Program as an homage to the work being done in our community. As part of FirstEnergy’s commitment...
Volunteer Spotlight: Melissa Quinlan
At GiGi’s Playhouse Canton, we are lucky to have a strong team of volunteers who pour their time and talent into advancing our mission of acceptance for all. This month, we’re honored to spotlight Melissa Quinlan, a dynamic volunteer and dedicated supporter of our Playhouse. Get to Know Melissa and...
Best of All: Cece in Motion, A Journey of Strength and Smiles
At GiGi’s Playhouse, we celebrate every milestone—big or small—because we know they are stepping stones to independence. One of our shining stars, Cece, is a perfect example of determination, energy, and the power of a supportive community. Cece has been a consistent participant in the GiGiFIT Infant program since she...
Best of All: Mallory Mastering Independence in the Kitchen!
At GiGi's Playhouse, we cherish stories of growth, independence, and joy. We write with excitement to celebrate and spread the word about our ambitious chef- Mallory! She is a vibrant 13-year-old, who embodies the values above through her participation in our Teens Cooking Class. A Four-Year Journey of Inclusion and...