Empowering Futures

GiGi's Playhouse Madison is building our forever home. Learn how you can get involved in this important project.

Grant our wish!

Help us make a difference by browsing our wish list! Your donations of essential items and resources directly support our mission. Explore how you can contribute today!

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.

Thank You to Our Community

Featured Events

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 7 Brew Caffeine for a Cause

June 5, 2026

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End of Summer Party

July 23, 2026

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Go FORE It Golf Outing

August 10th 2026

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Oak Bank Pumpkin Giveaway

October 10, 2026

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Our Mission: We make a lifetime commitment to changing lives and providing hope through the consistent delivery of FREE educational, therapeutic, and career development programs for individuals with Down syndrome, their families, and the community, using a replicable playhouse model.

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

GenerationG Pledge of Acceptance for Those with Down Syndrome and other Disabilities

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! 

Check out the programs GiGi's Playhouse Madison offers here!

GiGi’s Playhouse Madison’s Impact

Volunteer Announcements

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There are many opportunities for you to volunteer with our Playhouse!  You will find roles that have a range of time commitments and skill sets. Please visit our volunteer page to see the most recent opportunities and to submit a volunteer application by clicking here.

The application does not commit you to anything but does allow us to start a conversation!

Learn more about becoming a tutor by visiting HERE.

Donor Appreciation

Thank you to our 2026 Friends of GiGi’s Members and Special Sponsors. To learn more about becoming a Friend of GiGi’s, visit our page.

  • Love Tito’s
  • Van Holten's Pickles in a Pouch
  • Park Bank
  • Smart Motors
  • One Community Bank
  • Muskellounge and Sporting Club
  • Eggers Imprints
  • UW Health Kids
  • Telemachus Wealth Resources
  • Wispact Inc.
  • CI Pediatric Therapy Centers
  • Festival Foods
  • Oakstone Recreational

We also extend a heartfelt “Thank You” on behalf of the entire Playhouse to our ever-growing list of generous 2026 donors. You can find the entire list here.

Upcoming Events

Our Voice

GiGi's Playhouse Madison is a member of the Global Down Syndrome Association.

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We are a proud partner of the United Way of Dane County

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