Welcome to GiGi's Playhouse Chicago!

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Take the "I Accept You" pledge and make a commitment to being accepting, generous and kind every day and in every way! By taking the pledge, you will join a new era of game-changers that we call #GenerationG! 

Our Mission & Vision

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At GiGi's Playhouse Chicago, our mission is to change the way the world views Down syndrome and to send a global message of acceptance for all. Our vision is to see a world where individuals with Down syndrome are accepted and embraced in their families, schools and communities.

GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge

Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 15, 2024, to participate in The Chicago GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge in Lincoln Park!

The Chicago GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge is a physical and social MOVEment for acceptance where anyone can take part in a 5k, 1 Mile run, or Dash for Down syndrome to show their acceptance for all!

Your generous donations will fund new programs and existing programs like Dance, the Amina Grace One-on-One Speech and Language Program, Literacy and Math Tutoring, Career Development Internships and more!

Recent Blog Post

Summer Fitness with Our Amazing Instructors

By Jennifer Puma | July 1, 2024

Looking for ways to stay active this summer! Check out our fitness program run by our amazing instructors. During the most recent internship, 10 of our interns underwent an 8-week group fitness instructor training where they learned the basics of exercising. Throughout the training, interns learned how to lead group fitness classes, use appropriate body…

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