Volunteer Spotlight: The Woodards!

By mvance | June 1, 2022 |

Justin and Jade Woodard Tell us a little bit about yourself: Jade: I am a blessed mom to a special boy that rocks his extra chromosome. I was born and raised in Kentucky. Justin and I got married in 2008. I taught Special Education for almost 7 years in Virginia and Kentucky. Justin’s job brought…

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Playhouse Inspiration: Small Business, Big Heart

By mvance | February 8, 2022 |
Girl with Down syndrome wearing a purple GiGi's Playhouse t-shirt in front of a rack of quilts.

Liberty Green Quilt Shop, formerly known as JEllen’s house of fabric, is an award-winning contemporary quilting boutique & “sewcial” lounge designed to tingle the heart and inspire your creative soul.  Liberty Green Quilt Shop is owned and operated by Joyce Ely, parent and strong advocate for her adult daughter, Sarah, who has Down syndrome. Sarah…

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Volunteer Spotlight: Maddie

By mvance | December 1, 2021 |
girl with blonde hair sitting in front of the GiGi's logo and wearing a blue GiGi's t-shirt

Tell us a little bit about yourself: I am currently attending the University of Toledo majoring in recreational therapy. I will be furthering my education in occupational therapy in the Fall of 2022. My passion for volunteering and working with individuals with disabilities has come natural to me due to having a twin brother with…

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