Posts Tagged ‘acceptance’
Last Summer at Monona Dr. GiGi’s Playhouse
We invite you to join us this Summer at the Playhouse for our LAST Session of FREE Programming in our current space on Monona Dr. Our new forever home in Fitchburg will be opening late August and Fall programming will take place there! Find details on each of our programs and links to sign up…
Read More10 Years of Powerful Connection
10 Years of Acceptance, Achievement and Belonging Ten years ago, GiGi’s Playhouse Madison opened its doors with just 25 families and a dream: to create a place where individuals with Down syndrome would be accepted, celebrated, challenged, and empowered to achieve. Today, as we celebrate turning 10 years old, that dream has grown beyond anything…
Read MoreSuccess was HUGE at the 5th Annual Dash for Down Syndrome
Our 5th annual Dash for Down Syndrome was a huge success thanks to our sponsors, families, volunteers and community! See all our event pictures HERE What a day! Our 5th Annual Dash for Down Syndrome was our biggest and most joyful celebration yet, bringing together nearly 400 people who walked, ran, rolled, cheered, danced, and…
Read MoreLife-Changing One on One Programing Applications – Math, Literacy and Speech!
Summer applications are open April 27th – May 18th, 2026 One-on-One programming is an important part of our full programming offerings at GiGi’s Playhouse Madison and Summer applications are open April 27th – May 18th! As a reminder, cost will never be a barrier to participate – all of our world-class programming is always free…
Read MoreBridging the Gap: The Interim Session
Welcome to the Interim! We officially wrapped up our Spring Session at GiGi’s Playhouse Madison with our culminating Madison 5K Walk/Run Event this past weekend. With that, we enter the transition period between our Spring and Summer Sessions which we are now designating as our Interim Session. Our Interim Session will run April 27 – June…
Read MoreMath and Literacy Tutoring – WE NEED YOU!
Our Math and Literacy one-on-on programs have become high demand. We need volunteers to TUTOR! Summer Session: June 15th – August 8th In Person Tutoring Sessions will be scheduled once a week at the same day/time for one hour during these time: Tutor Applications for Summer 2026 are OPEN NOW until May 18th! If you…
Read MoreA Record-Breaking Year at GiGi’s Playhouse Madison: Building Today to Grow in 2026
Building Today to Grow Tomorrow As we close the chapter on 2025, one thing is clear: this was a year defined by growth, generosity, and momentum at GiGi’s Playhouse Madison. We proudly welcomed over 30 new families into our Playhouse community, for a total of 424 at year-end 2025, and delivered a record-breaking 7,000 hours…
Read MoreWelcome Back! A look into Fall Programming at GiGi’s Playhouse Madison
Fall Programming- Take a Look! FREE Programming- starts September 15! GiGi’s Playhouse Madison is gearing up for our Fall 2025 Session – full of FREE Program offerings for ALL ages. Find details on each of our programs and links to sign up. Program Calendar For more information on One-on-One Literacy, Math and Speech click here. ALL Group Programs…
Read MoreSummer’s Calling: Our Playhouse is Answering!
FREE Programming- starts June 16! GiGi’s Playhouse Madison is gearing up for our Summer 2025 Session – full of FREE Program offerings for ALL ages. Find details on each of our programs and links to sign up. Program Calendar For more information on One-on-One Literacy, Math and Speech click here. ALL Group Programs and Tutoring start the week…
Read MoreOur Most Super Dash Yet: 4th Annual Dash for Down Syndrome Breaks Records!
Super Hero Dash Most Successful To Date! Over 400 people gathered in their capes and costumes to make our 4th Annual Dash for Down Syndrome the most successful yet! With a fun Super Hero theme, the energy was sky-high as families, friends, and supporters came together to celebrate acceptance, inclusion, and the incredible individuals who…
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