Empowering Teens with Remarkable Heart
The Extraordinary GiGiFIT Teen Volunteer Team The GiGiFIT Teen volunteers and participants having fun every Tuesday night from 5pm-6pm at the Orange County Playhouse. The volunteer team of GiGiFIT Teen exemplifies what it means to lead with passion, commitment, and an unwavering belief in the power of community. At the...
A Spectacular Library with a Colorful Heart from Troop 7272
How an Eagle Scout Transformed GiGi’s Playhouse's Library with Vision and Heart Martha Simonson with Scout Troop 7272 in Orange County, California In February 2023, I received a phone call from Martha Simonson, a high school student searching for a meaningful project to earn her Eagle Scout rank. Martha shared...
Orange County’s GiGi’s: Giving and the Incredible Power It Holds – 5 Heartfelt Reasons to Support the Playhouse
Why Your Support for GiGi’s Playhouse Orange County is Essential Your donations support our PROGRAMS: Teen Tastic at GiGi's Playhouse Orange County Nestled in the heart of our community, GiGi’s Playhouse Orange County is more than a place—it’s a movement. A movement for acceptance, inclusion, and celebration of individuals with...
An Unforgettable Family’s Journey: Welcoming 2 Month Old Baby Santiago to GiGi’s Playhouse
How the Vargas Family Found Love, Support, and a New Home at GiGi’s Playhouse The Vargas Family with 2 month old Santiago. The Vargas family is a new and cherished addition to our Playhouse community. One afternoon, I received a call from Juan, a new dad eager to learn more...
Love’s 6,000 Mile Powerful Path From Ukraine to Orange County
A Family's Journey of Love, Advocacy, and Impact The Collins Family: a family of abundant love Kenzie Collins is a vibrant 5-year-old who has been participating in our Leaps and Bounds program and receiving 1:1 literacy tutoring for the past year. Kenzie and loving her family are active members of...
Cleaning Up with Unlimited Kindness
How Abilities Unlimited Helps Keep Our Playhouse Sparkling Clean Abilities Unlimited at GiGi's Playhouse Every Playhouse needs a house cleaner, and ours is no exception. For a while, the task of maintaining our 4,000-square-foot facility has fallen to the Site Manager, a huge undertaking given the constant foot traffic through...
Teen Tastic+JSerra: A Perfect (Water Polo) Match Made in Heaven
The JSerra Varsity Boys Water Polo joins forces with GiGi's Playhouse Orange County Teens Teens being teens: JSerra Water Polo and GiGi's Playhouse Teen Tastic On September 25th, the teens from GiGi's Playhouse TeenTastic group experienced a night they will never forget as they were honored guests at the JSerra...
An Awesome Journey of Courage 1 Step at a Time: Kyle’s Breakthrough at GiGi’s Playhouse…
Kyle's journey from newcomer to regular participant Kyle Drinkward, 24, first stepped into GiGi’s Playhouse on a quiet afternoon in June 2023, accompanied by his parents. As we walked through the Playhouse, he remained close to his mom and dad, clutching a small stuffed bunny for comfort. He was shy,...
Awesome Awareness Around The World 365 Days A Year
Orange County participants traveling the world with GiGi's heart in their luggage Where in the world are the GiGi’s Playhouse Orange County participants this summer? They are truly all over the globe! Our participants and their families are seizing the opportunity to explore new places and make unforgettable memories. This...
Jaydon (16), A Wonderful Young Man Of Many Wonderful Interests
Jaydon is a Best of All Teen Participant Jaydon Rodin is a vibrant 16-year-old who brings light and energy to GiGi’s Playhouse every week as an active participant in the Teen Tastic Program. His arrival is eagerly anticipated, not just for his enthusiastic personality but also for the delightful mystery...
Inspirational Little League Challengers Teams Take the Field at the World Series for 35th Consecutive Year
GiGi's Playhouse OC Participants representing California Set for 2024 Little League Challenger Division Exhibition Game The Challenger Program, established in 1989, is a pioneering initiative by Little League that aims to make baseball accessible and enjoyable for all. This program is crafted for boys and girls aged 4 to 25...
1 Volunteer, Infinite Impact: Remarkable Karen Przyborowski’s Role at GiGi’s Playhouse
With over four decades of experience in education, Karen enriches GiGi's Playhouse with her volunteer work. Karen Przyborowski, a Volunteer and 1:1 Literacy Tutor at GiGi's Playhouse Orange County, is a beloved member of our Playhouse family. Her dedication and warmth make her an invaluable part of our community. At...