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\n\tThank you for your interest in becoming a volunteer. GiGi’s Playhouse is a volunteer run organization and we rely on the skill and dedication of volunteers of various levels of expertise to keep our programs vibrant, educational, fun and free.\u202fSince the first Playhouse opened in 2003, GiGi’s Playhouse programs have always been free for our families. \u202fParents, family members, clinicians, and individuals who believe in the GiGi’s Playhouse mission act as volunteers in GiGi’s Playhouse programs, events, administrative offices, and on our Board of Members.<\/p>\n
Volunteer Orientations take place on the 1st Tuesday of every month from 7pm-8pm.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t
Click here to Volunteer<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div> GiGi’s Playhouse offers therapeutic and educational programs at designated times during the week.\u00a0 Our calendar<\/a> highlights the programs we currently offer.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Program Leader:<\/strong>\u202f Program Leaders facilitate skill development activities and connect with families.\u202f It is preferred that the Program Leader has advanced education and\/or training in developmental therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, behavioral therapy, social work, special education, speech-language therapy, music, dance, art or a related field.<\/p>\n Program Assistant:<\/strong> \u202fProgram Assistants assist the program lead in delivering a purposeful program.\u00a0\u00a0 Duties may include helping greet families, arriving early to set-up, capturing video and\/or photographs during the program, participating in the activities and more.\u00a0\u00a0 Program Assistant volunteers need a general knowledge of Down syndrome (which you can gain at the volunteer orientation).<\/p>\n Literacy and Math Tutors:\u202f\u00a0<\/strong>This is an exciting opportunity to help those with Down syndrome with reading or math skills! The time commitment is 1 hour per week for a ten-week session.\u00a0 We match you with a student based on your availability as well as the student’s.\u00a0\u00a0 Most tutoring is done after school, weekday evenings and on the weekends.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n\n <\/p>\n Clean Team:<\/strong> Help keep our playhouse clean and organized.\u00a0\u00a0 Our clean team meets twice a month on Sunday mornings.<\/p>\n Computer\/Tech\/Media:<\/strong> \u202fHelp with our technology needs. Contact us for more information on our current projects.<\/p>\n Marketing\/PR:<\/strong>\u202f Do you like to shine in the spotlight? So do we and we need your help with writing press releases, contacting media and more.<\/p>\n Marketing Communications:<\/strong> We always need volunteers willing to help us create posters and other event related graphics, help with social media, create blog content, and editing\/proofing of monthly emails.<\/p>\n Fundraisers\/Grant Writing:\u202f<\/strong> Do you like to raise money? Help us keep our programs free by researching grant opportunities, sending Letters of Interest, grants, and sponsor materials to potential donors.<\/p>\n General:<\/strong> \u202fDo you like projects?\u00a0 Are you really detail-orientated or like to stay organized?\u00a0 Administrative\u202fvolunteers are needed to help with thank you letters, organizing supplies for programs, general playhouse organization, and more.\u00a0\u00a0 While there isn’t a required time commitment, weekday availability between 9am and 5pm is most desired.<\/p>\n Events:<\/strong> \u202fGiGi’s Playhouse has exciting events such as a formal gala, family friendly holiday events, a dance-a-thon, and World Down Syndrome Celebration.\u00a0\u00a0 We are always in need of volunteers for these events, from planning and helping execute to being a day-of volunteer.\u00a0 The time commitment varies depending on the role.<\/p>\n Committees:<\/strong> \u202fCommittee positions are open in IT, Communications, Programs, Finance, Fundraising, and Events.<\/p>\n Group Volunteering:<\/strong> \u202f\u202fHave a group interested in volunteering together?\u202f The more the better!\u202f Contact us\u202fand together we will set up a group volunteer opportunity.<\/p>\n <\/p>\nPlease be sure to\u202f”like” us on Facebook<\/a>!<\/div>\n\tTypes of Volunteer Opportunities<\/h3>\n
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\nQuestions? Email us at \u202fChicago@gigisplayhouse.org<\/a>\n\t