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We Make the Change Together!
“When there is something you enjoy doing there is nothing more fun than sharing that love with others!” -GiGi’s Playhouse belief This is why we share GiGi’s mission to build a world that embraces Down syndrome and each person’s strengths and uniqueness to truly CHANGE THE WORLD! Each of our board members and staff members…
Read MoreSara was presented with the Generation G Award!
The Generation G Award is given to an individual or Playhouse who leverages Generation G to change the way the world views Down syndrome! Congrats Sara!!! These people are generous with their time and their heart and most importantly they are givers and achievers! The #GenerationG community will stand up for others and sees the…
Read MoreVolunteer Spotlight: Danielle
Volunteer Spotlight: Danielle is one of our Teen Tastic leaders who has taken charge of coordinating the weekly program. She comes prepared to each program and collaborates with other leaders to create age-appropriate activities based on the themes chosen by the group. This past week was an animal theme and she modeled handwriting with the…
Read MoreGiGi’s Playhouse National Leadership Conference
Earlier this month our Milwaukee team attended the Annual GiGi’s Playhouse National Leadership Conference, and we are motivated, excited, and equipped to CELEBRATE in 2023!! Get ready, Milwaukee!! Board member Erin Anderson was invited to present at the conference on successful grant writing and shared some of the successes that we have been so thankful…
Read MoreDown Syndrome Awareness Month
As we close out October, we also come to the end of Down Syndrome Awareness Month. This month can be complicated for many. Especially those that are down in the weeds dealing with health issues, behavior issues, and all of the other stuff. Why should we celebrate Down syndrome? Well, first, we celebrate because anyone…
Read MoreWhy does Aniya like GiGiFIT?
“I like GiGiFit Adult because it is fun and challenges me,” said Anaiya. She worked her way through an obstacle course while trying new movements and challenges. When she finished, she worked out using a jump rope and laughed with her friends. This Fitness program is designed to support the unique needs of our adult…
Read MoreWelcome to the Team Lauren!
Welcome, Lauren! Lauren is a recent UW-Milwaukee graduate that is joining the Milwaukee GiGi’s Playhouse as a full-time Program and Volunteer Coordinator. Lauren will put her Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism, Advertisement, and Media Studies to good use by overseeing all of the volunteers and the academic, social, and therapeutic programs at our location. Help…
Read More4th graders are changing the world
Stormonth Elementary’s 4th graders are changing the way the world views Down syndrome. They have taken the #GenerationG pledge, learned about acceptance, and inclusion, and are living these lessons every day! Each student walks a 5K and is raising money to support our GiGi’s which provides FREE educational, therapeutic and career programs for people with…
Read MoreInternational Fun at Work Day
Did you know that today is International Fun at Work Day? Earlier this week Sara, our Operations Director, was able to visit the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee and share GiGi’s Playhouse with some of the students. These students will be coordinating an outreach project to gain information about family interest in programs. We will be…
Read MoreHigh School Hotshot – Noah
We’re so excited to share an exclusive story from FOX6 News Milwaukee about our very own Noah Waldkirch! Noah and his parents, especially mom Susan, are such influential people at our playhouse and we love that Noah, the STATE CHAMPION ARM WRESTLER (!!!), is part of our playhouse family! We are so very proud ❤️ https://bit.ly/3sUvhrG #GiGisPlayhouse #gigisplayhouseMKE #GiGisAtHome #GenerationG #BeAccepting #BeGenerous #BeKind #GiGiFIT #BestOfAll #strongertogether #downsyndrome #educateinspirebelieve…
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