Posts Tagged ‘Volunteer’
Volunteer Spotlight…LMNOP host Lori Leach!
Meet Lori Leach! She is our wonderful host for our singing and signing program called Language Music N Our Peeps, also known as, LMNOP! “These kiddos steal my heart every Thursday evening when I volunteer as the leaders for Language Music N Our Peeps (LMNOP) at GiGi’s Playhouse! We sing, dance, play and learn sign…
Read MoreA drive for volunteering #wishesdelivered
A Drive for Volunteering To her customers, Shelly Perez-Dickson is the face of UPS. But to the kids at GiGi’s Playhouse, a Down syndrome achievement center in Des Moines, Iowa, she is a beloved teacher and a close friend. For several years, Shelly has volunteered at GiGi’s mentoring children with Down syndrome and fostering life-defining…
Read MoreJoin us for a Friendsgiving Brunch and Open Play!
We want to thank all of our families for making GiGi’s a special, loving, place where everyone belongs! We are so thankful that YOU are a part of our life- it’s a gift to know YOU! We hope you’ll join us as we celebrate our friendship with play and brunch on Saturday, November 19th from 10am…
Read MoreMake Lemonade!
We were so honored to be invited to Des Moines Mom’s Blog’s Family Fun Night at the ’88 Estate in Polk City. It was a fun filled evening with a live band, superheroes, food trucks, fun yard games, and a lemonade stand hosted by GiGi’s Playhouse and the GiGi U interns. We had a fun night of…
Read MoreKristina Conner, wife, mother, volunteer, self advocate with Down syndrome
Since we met Kristina a little over a year ago, she has made a huge impact on the lives of so many at GiGi’s Playhouse Des Moines! Kristina currently volunteers three times a week as the GiGi Academy Fitness Instructor. Kristina’s passion for dance lends itself perfectly to put the fun in fitness, and her compassion…
Read MoreMeet Rachel! GiGi’s Playhouse Des Moines Volunteer
Name: Rachel Lindstrom Volunteer Area: Windsor Heights/Des Moines Tell us about yourself (Professional and Family). I work with individuals who are mentally and/or physically disabled in their own home, helping them with their activities of daily living. I have 3 kids Evelyn, Mason and Corbin. Why did you decide to volunteer at GiGi’s…
Read MoreMeet Emma! GiGi’s Playhouse Des Moines Volunteer
Name: Emma Flemming Volunteer Area: Tutor for Math & Literacy Tell us about yourself (Professional and Family). I am a sophomore at Roosevelt High School and have a 3.9 GPA. My family includes my mom, dad, step dad, 2 step sisters, 1 step brother, and 2 half brothers. We…
Read MoreCheck Out Some of the Stars of GiGi’s Playhouse Des Moines
“Reach high, for stars lie hidden in your soul. Dream deep, for every dream precedes the goal.” -Pamela Vaull Starr Happy Down Syndrome Awareness Month! #GiGisBelieves
Read MoreA Heartfelt Thanks to UPS!
We would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to the United Parcel Service for presenting GiGi’s Playhouse Des Moines with a $5,000.00 Grant! We will be using the funds to help with volunteer engagement, recruitment, and training. THANKS UPS!
Read MoreCarsten’s Super Buddy
Meet Carsten. Who knew that eight years ago one little person could make such a difference in a family and community’s life. And even though the blue eyes, requests for cookies, or Scooby Doo might grab your attention – if you take the time to get to know Carsten you’ll understand just a little of…
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