Posts Tagged ‘volunteer’
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 impactful fundraisers this year; Putts…
Read MoreHearts 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 with excitement as our adult…
Read MoreJuly 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 as a whole. A 2025…
Read MoreVolunteer 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 degree in Psychology, she continued…
Read MoreBest 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 happens to have Down syndrome,…
Read MoreMeet 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 and developmental disabilities, including teaching…
Read MoreVolunteer 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 ways, but each member shared…
Read MoreVolunteer Spotlight: Abbey Keller
At GiGi’s Playhouse, we are incredibly grateful for our amazing volunteers who bring passion, dedication, and love to our community. This month, we are excited to spotlight Abbey Keller, a wonderful volunteer making a meaningful impact at GiGi’s Playhouse Canton! Abbey is currently a senior at Kent State University, studying Exercise Science with a Physical…
Read MoreVolunteer Spotlight: Heather Shaffer
At GiGi’s Playhouse Canton, we are incredibly fortunate to have dedicated volunteers who go above and beyond to support our mission. This month, we are excited to spotlight Heather Shaffer, a passionate educator, loving mother, and invaluable member of the planning committee for our annual A Night for GiGi’s fundraiser. Meet Heather! Heather and her…
Read MoreVolunteer Spotlight: Celebrating Elizabeth Mitchell
At GiGi’s Playhouse Canton, we are blessed with a community of volunteers who pour their hearts into everything they do, and Elizabeth Mitchell is a shining example of this dedication. Elizabeth’s warmth, enthusiasm, and genuine care have touched the lives of everyone she interacts with at the Playhouse, and we are beyond grateful for her…
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