Newsletters
February 2025 Newsletter
Discover the latest initiatives and programs in GiGi’s Playhouse February 2025 Newsletter, highlighting the release of ‘GiGi’s Journey,’ an enchanting book featuring a character with Down syndrome. Explore the upcoming Educator Symposium, offering strategies for supporting individuals with Down syndrome. Learn about the impactful LMNOP en Español program and its role in strengthening community bonds.
January 2025 Newsletter
GiGi’s Playhouse January 2025 Newsletter celebrates the organization’s immense impact on the Down syndrome community through inspiring stories, impactful programs, and legislative successes. Highlights include the passage of the Down Syndrome Awareness Bill in New York, the addition of GiGi’s Playhouse to Ohio’s Down Syndrome Fact Sheet, and a call to action to end the volunteer crisis. Join us in 2025 for more exciting events like the GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge and the Educator Symposium. Discover how GiGi’s Playhouse fosters acceptance, inclusion, and community growth.
December 2024 Newsletter
The newsletter from GiGi’s Playhouse reflects on the accomplishments of 2024, highlighting the opening of new Playhouses and the expansion of their reach to individuals with Down syndrome in 93 countries. They provided over 340,000 hours of free programming, including one-on-one tutoring and adult programs, while facing challenges due to a volunteer shortage and rising operational costs. The newsletter emphasizes key areas for funding: volunteer support, adult programming for aging individuals with Down syndrome, and advocacy against bullying and for acceptance.
November 2024 Newsletter
The newsletter highlights the achievements and growth at GiGi’s Playhouse, thanking supporters for their contributions and showcasing how these efforts have led to over 344,400 hours of free programming across 93 countries.
The 2024 Annual Leadership Conference was a key event, emphasizing leadership development for over 356 leaders, including high school students from the #GenerationG Youth Board, aimed at fostering the next generation of leaders. The conference featured inspiring speakers like Dan Thurmon, who motivated attendees.
October 2024 Newsletter
Discover how GiGi’s Playhouse is expanding its impact with the opening of its 60th location in Simi Valley and celebrating over two decades of empowering individuals with Down syndrome. Learn about inspiring initiatives like youth-led #GenerationG boards, community-building lemonade stands, and heartfelt volunteer stories that showcase the power of inclusivity. Explore partnerships offering special discounts and upcoming events that support GiGi’s mission nationwide.
September 2024 Newsletter
Discover how GiGi’s Playhouse is expanding its impact with the opening of its 60th location in Simi Valley and celebrating over two decades of empowering individuals with Down syndrome. Learn about inspiring initiatives like youth-led #GenerationG boards, community-building lemonade stands, and heartfelt volunteer stories that showcase the power of inclusivity. Explore partnerships offering special discounts and upcoming events that support GiGi’s mission nationwide.
August 2024 Newsletter
Discover how GiGi’s Playhouse is expanding its impact with the opening of its 60th location in Simi Valley and celebrating over two decades of empowering individuals with Down syndrome. Learn about inspiring initiatives like youth-led #GenerationG boards, community-building lemonade stands, and heartfelt volunteer stories that showcase the power of inclusivity. Explore partnerships offering special discounts and upcoming events that support GiGi’s mission nationwide.
July 2024 Newsletter
Discover how GiGi’s Playhouse is expanding its impact with the opening of its 60th location in Simi Valley and celebrating over two decades of empowering individuals with Down syndrome. Learn about inspiring initiatives like youth-led #GenerationG boards, community-building lemonade stands, and heartfelt volunteer stories that showcase the power of inclusivity. Explore partnerships offering special discounts and upcoming events that support GiGi’s mission nationwide.
June 2024 Newsletter
In a groundbreaking move, Eli Lilly invites individuals with Down syndrome to participate in a clinical trial for an Alzheimer’s drug, marking a historic stride in medical inclusion. Join Nancy Gianni and GiGi as they celebrate this milestone and share inspiring stories from our vibrant Playhouses nationwide. Discover how GiGi’s Kitchen is fostering independence, meet our resilient #GenerationG stars, and learn about the transformative impact of our GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge events. Plus, uncover opportunities to volunteer and make a difference in your community. Dive into a world of acceptance and empowerment with GiGi’s Playhouse!
May 2024 Newsletter
Check out GiGi’s Playhouse May 2024 newsletter! This edition spotlights the GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge, aiming to raise $2.5 million for Down syndrome awareness. Celebrate the re-openings of Playhouses in Atlanta, Deerfield, and Lancaster.
April 2024 Newsletter
Explore GiGi’s Playhouse April 2024 newsletter, celebrating a $2 million grant from MacKenzie Scott to expand free Down syndrome programs. Highlights include the GiGi’s Literacy Tutoring Program, the introduction of the GiGiFIT Movement Tracker, and Matteo’s Mighty Marchers team in the GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge.
March 2024 Newsletter
Check out GiGi’s Playhouse March 2024 newsletter! Celebrate World Down Syndrome Day on March 21st and join the global movement for inclusion. This edition features the grand opening of the 59th Playhouse in Las Vegas, exciting updates from the GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge, and the new City Wide Facility Solutions partnership raising nearly $600,000.