Best of All: The Helping Hearts of Pam and Marissa
At GiGi’s Playhouse Canton, we are constantly inspired by the kindness, energy, and leadership of our participants. This month, we’re excited to celebrate not just one, but two incredible Best of All honorees: Pam and Marissa! These two women have been part of our Playhouse family for years, and their...
Volunteer Spotlight: Meet Hannah
Hannah has been part of GiGi's Playhouse Canton since our doors first opened, and in that time, she has truly become a jack of all trades! From participating in our GiGi's Kitchen classes to supporting her love of movement in our GiGiFIT and dance programs, Hannah has done it all...
Celebrating Our Grand Prize Win at the Hall of Fame Parade!
We're still beaming with pride from this year's Pro Football Hall of Fame Parade! What an incredible morning filled with smiles, cheers, and community spirit. GiGi's Playhouse Canton was honored to participate once again, but this time we had a float in the parade for the first year ever. Not...
Showing Strength & Conquering Fear; Clayton’s Best of All
At GiGi’s Playhouse Canton, we celebrate every step, every giggle, and every moment of courage. This month, we’re so excited to celebrate Clayton as our Best of All! His energy, kindness, and bravery light up our Playhouse, and he inspires everyone around him. Clayton has already faced some tough medical...
September Volunteer Spotlight: Ethan Tonni
This month, our Volunteer Spotlight shines on someone whose leadership and heart have reached far beyond the walls of GiGi’s Playhouse Canton; Ethan Tonni. As our Youth Board Marketing Chair and the National GiGi’s Playhouse Youth Board President, Ethan is proof of the powerful impact young leaders can make when...
August Volunteer Spotlight: Christina Ziga-Budd & Genny Blair
This month, we’re excited to shine our Volunteer Spotlight on two outstanding leaders who have been part of GiGi’s Playhouse Canton since day one, Christina Ziga-Budd and Genny Blair. These two incredible women are not only dedicated board members but are also active leaders behind one of our fun and...
Tylee’s Communication Breakthrough
When Tylee's family relocated to the area from out of state, they were still getting acquainted with local resources and navigating what supports were available. That’s when they discovered GiGi's Playhouse Canton, and we have enjoyed getting to know their family over the past year. This summer, Tylee participated in...
A ‘Sign’ of Progress: Visibility, Community, and the Power of Acceptance
After two years of planning, persistence, and partnership, GiGi’s Playhouse Canton officially has signage at the end of our road - and it’s so much more than just a sign. Since opening our doors in April 2019, our Playhouse has operated without visible signage from the main road. Families often...
Hearts in the Kitchen: GiGi’s Adults & Kids Cooking Programs Celebrate the Fourth of July by Giving Back
At GiGi’s Playhouse Canton, every dish we make is filled with purpose, laughter, and love. This July, our GiGi’s Kitchen Adult & Kids participants poured their hearts into something extra sweet; creating red, white, and blue chocolate-covered pretzels for our Fourth of July-themed volunteer appreciation gifts. The kitchen was buzzing...
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,...