Winter/Spring 2025 Program Registration
Registration for GiGi’s Playhouse Indianapolis Winter/Spring 2025 programs will open on November 1, 2024 at 8:00 AM! GPH Indy will offer a wide variety of in-person programs and don’t forget to check out the virtual programs at the Virtual Playhouse. Reminder of how to register your participant: To get started,...
Shining on the World Stage: Tomas’s Journey to the Special Olympics World Winter Games Turin 2025
Meet Tomas, a friend of ours whose vibrant and unstoppable force is about to take the world by storm! Recently selected to perform at the 2025 Special Olympics in Turin for alpine skiing, Tomas is ready to showcase his talents on the global stage. Whether it’s dazzling audiences with his...
Molly Dubovec – Amazing People Index Nomination
We are thrilled to announce that our very own Board President, Molly Dubovec, was nominated for an Amazing People award by a GiGi's Indy family! You can read the incredible testament to Molly's work in the news article below. "Molly, as the board president of GiGi's Playhouse Indianapolis and a...
2024 GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge Highlights
On August 24th, Dr. Dillon Park was full of eager participants, physical challenges, and some serious FUNdraising! GiGi’s Playhouse Indianapolis was proud to welcome 27 teams to this year's GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge, and we could not have asked for a more beautiful day. The Dash for Down Syndrome showcased speed...
Jennifer Sitzman – A Light At GiGi’s Indy
Jennifer is not only our Volunteer Coordinator, she is also a fearless advocate for her daughter Iris. Jennifer has been a part of our GiGi's Indy team for a year now and has paved the way for smooth volunteer experience, setting the tone for a welcoming volunteer environment, and helping...
Meet our 2024 Summer Literacy Team!
We are excited to announce the launch of our 2024 Summer Literacy Program, an initiative designed to support students in enhancing their reading based on individual interests and inspirations. Our trained tutors are dedicated to fostering a love for literature and improving literacy among students of all ages. Meet Miss...
Help us make the 10th Annual Gala unforgetable!
The GiGi's Playhouse Indianapolis Gala is less than 1 month away and WE NEED YOUR HELP! Our Silent Auction plays a huge part in the success of our event and your support can make a large difference. Help us make our gala unforgettable! We are seeking amazing silent auction items...
Fall 2023 Interns – Thank You!
Each semester, we are blow away by the amount of students who want to be a part of GiGi's Indy. During this fall semester, 3 students joined us to bring their talents into the Playhouse. Saige and Daisy, 2 Ball State University students, are coming to the end of their...
Community Connection with Kimblewick!
In October we were connected with Kimblewick in Westfield! Their Lifestyle Director, Claire, has a few direct connections to Down syndrome which leveraged her desire to support GiGi’s Indy during Down Syndrome Awareness Month! We were THRILLED to partner with Kimblewick to spread acceptance for those with Down syndrome to...
Winter/Spring 2024 Program Registration
Registration for GiGi’s Playhouse Indianapolis Winter/Spring 2024 programs will open on November 1, 2023 at 8:00 AM! GPH Indy will offer a wide variety of in-person programs and don’t forget to check out the virtual programs at the Virtual Playhouse. Reminder of how to register your participant: To get started,...
2023 GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge: 3.21 Run, Walk and Dash for Down Syndrome
Event Schedule Saturday, September 9th, 2023 2:00 to 3:30 PM - Open Registration + Packet Pick up + Carnival 4:00 PM - Dash For Down Syndrome Immediately followed by the 3.21 Run and 1 Mile Walk View the image below for the Dr. James A. Dillon Park map & parking instructions. Parking...
Meet our 2023 GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge Honoree!
Kinley Palmer's journey began with a Down syndrome diagnosis shortly after her birth. For her parents Maria and Darron, the initial moments were overwhelming. "Back then, we were unfamiliar with Down syndrome, lacking both knowledge and support. It was a lot to absorb." recalls Maria. Fortunately, their family soon found...