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If you’ve been around the Playhouse lately, chances are you’ve seen Kai flashing one of his signature expressive smiles—or maybe even witnessed one of his big milestone moments! Kai is one of our younger participants at just two years old. He joins us each month for LMNOP and Destination Discovery, and it’s been such a…

Inclusion isn’t just good for people—it’s good for business.At GiGi’s Playhouse Cincinnati, we believe every individual has value and potential. When local businesses lean into inclusion, they not only make our community stronger—they show their customers, employees, and partners that everyone belongs. Here are five meaningful (and easy!) ways your business can take action today:…

This week marks a momentous week as we have officially raised over $4,000 for this year’s GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge…and we’re just getting started! As we climb towards our goal, we thought we would take some time to reflect on last year’s amazing event, remembering not only the fun but what this event means to our…

Today was an unforgettable day at GiGi’s Playhouse Cincinnati as we had the honor of launching a 13-city nationwide tour in partnership with Major League Baseball player Jake Burger and the Burger Family Foundation. This incredible initiative brings MLB players to GiGi’s Playhouse locations in cities where they are playing, helping to raise awareness and…

On a special Saturday night, surrounded by a community of love and acceptance, two moms took the stage at GiGi’s Playhouse Cincinnati’s A Little eXtra Luck Gala to share their journey. Board members Anna Shelton and Whitney Carver may have met under unique circumstances, but their bond is one that many families within the Down…

At GiGi’s Playhouse Cincinnati, we believe in the power of growth, teamwork, and personal achievement. Our very first GiGi’s Kitchen Adult session has been a shining example of these values! Whether they came in with years of kitchen experience or were brand new to cooking, our participants have embraced every lesson, every challenge, and every…

At GiGi’s Playhouse Cincinnati, everything we do is rooted in love—love for individuals with Down syndrome, love for their families, and love for a world where everyone is accepted for exactly who they are. Our Playhouse isn’t just a place; it’s a promise. A promise to celebrate strengths, empower individuals, and provide lifelong support. We…

This month, we are thrilled to recognize Tim and Kathy as our Volunteers of the Month! This dynamic duo volunteers with our Fantastic Friends program, which they have helped grow into one of our most popular programs. Inspired by their granddaughter Oakley, Tim & Kathy’s dedication to our participants is evident every time they enter…

At GiGi’s Playhouse Cincinnati, we celebrate the growth and achievements of each participant, no matter how big or small. Today, we are thrilled to highlight Avery and her journey through GiGiFIT Teen! When Avery first walked through our doors, she was stepping into the unknown. It was her very first GiGiFIT session and her very…