The Awesome Jain Legacy at GiGi’s: Family, Heart, and Impact
From Teen Tastic to major events, the Jain family shows what it means to give time, talent, and treasure. Chandni Jain The Jain Family is a shining example of dedication, love, and generosity at GiGi’s Playhouse Orange County. Their involvement touches every corner of our Playhouse, from volunteering in programs...
GiGi’s Supply Closet: The HUGE Heart Behind the Hinges
How a Simple Supply Closet Powers Big Impact at GiGi’s Playhouse The very important and very plentiful supply room at the Playhouse in Orange County. These supplies are the result of generous donations from our families, volunteers, and participants. Couldn't do it with them - thank you! At first glance,...
Team X: Where 100% Excellent Meets 100% Impact
Xavier running through the tunnel on the shoulders of giants at the "Run for 21" GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge in June 2025. The Mendex Family, Team X, and the Power of Showing Up The Mendez family truly embodied the spirit of “Best of All” at this year’s Run for 21 and...
Hannah the Hero with a Heart on the Go
The Heartbeat of GiGi’s: Honoring Volunteers Like Hannah Amazing volunteers, Hannah Kaed (left) with Kate Jackson at the 2025 "The Lucky Few Gala" in March. At GiGi’s Playhouse Orange County, volunteers aren’t just helpful. They’re essential. In fact, 99% of the work that happens here is made possible because of...
Watching Parker Grow at GiGi’s Playhouse: From Sweet Baby Steps to Full Sprints
Let's get to know Parker Reeves and his family If you have ever been at GiGi’s Playhouse Orange County, chances are you have seen Parker. He is the tiny blur racing down the hallway, bursting with joy, blowing kisses, giving hugs, and lighting up the room with his infectious energy....
Run for 21: A SUPER Record-Breaking Day of Joy, Community, and Momentum
Walk or Run - GiGi's Playhouse OC is Raising Awareness about Down Syndrome SflyProxyVersion 1; On June 14, 2025, the Oso Trail in Mission Viejo came alive with capes, cheers, and community spirit as over 200 participants gathered for our annual Run for 21: GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge for GiGi's Playhouse...
LEGO Fun Unleashed at GiGi’s Playhouse OC’s Teen Tastic
Generous highschooler donates brand new LEGOs to GiGi's Playhouse Orange Count Site Manager, Suzanne Scott, with Santa Margarita Catholic High School student, Ryan Shi, and his generous donation of brand new, never opened LEGO sets. Ryan Shi is a true Best of All inspiration at GiGi’s Playhouse Orange County. As...
Deeba Making a Delightful Difference
At GiGi’s Playhouse Orange County, Deeba’s kindness, leadership, and heart for inclusion shine bright Super star volunteer, Deeba, with awesome participant, Jack, during Teen Tastic on Tuesday nights from 6pm-7pm At GiGi’s Playhouse Orange County, we’re lucky to be surrounded by volunteers who bring passion, patience, and positivity to everything...
Living the Wonderful Weis Way
The Weis family is building connection, spreading kindness, and making memories at GiGi’s Playhouse Orange County Andrew Weis with his friend, Phil, during GiGi's Kitchen adult. A beautiful aspect of GiGi’s Playhouse Orange County is the connection built not only among individuals with Down syndrome, but among their siblings as...
Catherine McPhee’s Extraordinary Mission to Empower the Down Syndrome Community
Catherine McPhee Leads with Purpose and Love to Uplift the Down Syndrome Community Catherine McPhee standing next to the photo of her Granddaughter and participant at GiGi's Playhouse OC, Kelly McPhee Catherine McPhee is a force of nature within GiGi’s Playhouse Orange County, dedicating her time, expertise, and heart to...
Gorgeous Georgia Always On Our Mind
Georgia Shean is a Best of All Participant, Advocate, & Friend Georgia with her signature red lip during a line dancing class at GiGI's Playhouse Orange County When we think about the spirit of GiGi’s Playhouse Orange County, we think of Georgia Shean. Georgia, 25, is a proud participant and...
Sam: Magnificent Mama of 4
In honor of Mother's Day, let's learn about Samantha Kats and the Kats Family The Kats Family. Steve, Samantha, Liv, Dutch, Tillie, Malou The Kats Family embodies everything GiGi’s Playhouse Orange County stands for—family, inclusion, support, and fun. This family of six plays an integral role in our Playhouse, each...