Fall Sessions 2024

GiGiFIT Adult, GiGiFIT Kids, GiGi Kitchen Adult, GiGi Kitchen Kids, LMNOP, TEENtastic, 1-1 Tutoring Math & Literacy and Art Explosion

What we offer

GiGi's Playhouse offers FREE therapeutic, educational and research-driven programs to individuals of all ages with Down syndrome.

Volunteer

GiGi’s Playhouse is a volunteer-run organization and we rely on the passion and dedication of volunteers to keep our programs vibrant, educational, fun and free.

Welcome to GiGi's Playhouse Fort Myers!

Featured Events

Gala

January 24, 2025

Join us as we gather under glittering lights for our annual gala in support of individuals with Down syndrome. This year’s gala is more than just an occasion to revel in generosity; it is an opportunity to be a true hero in the lives of all of our participants, young and old, by supporting our 2024 Gala.

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GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge

This year over 350 people took the 2024 SWFL GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge-Dash for Down Syndrome and raised over $75,000! These critical funds support our FREE educational, therapeutic and career building programs for our participants and their families in Southwest Florida.

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Take the "GenerationG" 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! 

Current Happenings at GiGi's Playhouse Fort Myers

Welcome New Families

Are you a new parent? Are you expecting?

Congratulations!!! Welcome to the GiGi's playhouse family.

Join us today: connect with a new family Ambassador
We look forward to talking to you.

Remember all programs and services are FREE to all Playhouse Families.

Purposeful Programs

Each month, GiGi’s Playhouse will have a theme across our Purposeful Programs. Our programs will feature related activities and vocabulary across sensory modalities (visual, auditory, tactile, kinetic) to promote learning language, movement and FUN while listening to stories, singing, moving, creating and experiencing with our friends.

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We are on a mission

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Our Mission: is to increase positive awareness of Down syndrome through national campaigns, educational programs, and by empowering individuals with Down syndrome, their families and the community.

Our Vision: is to see a world where individuals with Down syndrome are accepted and embraced in their families, schools, and communities

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