To my Sofia On Her First Day …

August 10, 2018

First days of school are starting, with that comes feelings of excitement, hope, fears, nerves and a new push to advocate, change the way children with disabilities are seen in all parts of their communities! GiGi’s wants to wish you ALL an amazing school year and we will want to see and hear from you.…

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Sweet 16

August 7, 2018

Sixteen years ago, my husband Paul and I envisioned a new world of acceptance and opportunity when we welcomed into the family, our second daughter GiGi, born with Down syndrome. Frustrated by negative reactions from her medical team and discovering an alarming absence of every day, positive and practical resources for children and parents, I committed my…

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5 Playhouses in 6 Days! | Our tanks are FULL!

July 27, 2018

5 Playhouses in 6 Days, a full day strategy meeting and the biggest donor pitch of our life… it’s just another week at GiGi’s Playhouse Inc!   Waldo’s got nothin’ on GiGi and me!!! We’ve been globetrotters for the past week traveling far and wide to spread the #GenerationG movement of inclusion for all! We’ve…

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Determination, Hard Work & Achievement | GiGi Prep

July 21, 2018

We love this blog post originally shared by an amazing volunteer from GiGi’s Playhouse Sugarland.  The sweet deal with being a volunteer at GiGi’s Playhouse not only means you are helping to support achievement and success in the lives of individuals with Down syndrome, you yourself to learn and grow in ways you may not…

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Everything Really is Bigger in Texas – Especially the Miracles!

July 17, 2018

GiGi and I had nothing short of an astounding weekend in Dallas!! It was a trip filled with unexpected miracles complete with a reassuring penny sent straight from my Angels! For those willing to see, these “God moments” were everywhere and served as poignant reminders that GiGi’s Playhouse IS making a big difference in the…

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Generation G Goes to Hollywood! Our Voice is Being Heard!

July 11, 2018

What do you get when you mix Rachel, from Born This Way, Dustin from Special Olympics, Tim Shriver Jr, Franco, Bella, GiGi & me? A dream team fighting for our kids! We recently traveled to Long Beach, CA for a private meeting with Tom Segura, the comedian from Netflix, and his manager about his use and…

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GiGi’s is Going to #NDSC2018 and We Want to Meet YOU!

July 11, 2018

We are so excited to be heading to the 46th Annual National Down Syndrome Congress conference in Dallas this weekend! With thousands of people from across the globe attending, it’s an incredible opportunity for us to connect with and learn from our amazing extended Down syndrome family –including experts, parents, siblings and many other impactful…

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I could have never imagined what a game changer GiGi’s would be | A sisters story

June 27, 2018

Hi, I am Sabrina and I’m lucky enough to be one of Chris’s older sisters, or as he calls me his medium sister, much to the Delight of our older sister who he calls his large sister, needless to say growing up with Chris was filled with Little Gems like that I would like to…

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Three Tips for balance | Chief Belief Offier, Nancy Gianni

June 6, 2018

Hello all!    Today’s blog post is about how to balance a family and a business, and once I figure it all out I will be sure to let you know! In my book, I share the difficult but necessary first choice my husband and I made together… When the dream of opening a place…

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The Team Approach | Why We Run.

June 5, 2018

Why We Run Hello, everyone! On behalf of the Chicago Playhouse Board, we are delighted to be participating and fundraising as a team for this year’s 5K. My grandmother always used to say, “Many hands make light work.” I can think of no better and more meaningful phrase to describe the efforts of the Chicagoland…

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GenerationG Community Page

August 21, 2024

Born with Down syndrome, GiGi Gianni, Chief Inspiration Officer of GiGi’s Playhouse, has become an advocate for acceptance and inclusivity, a beacon of hope for those pushed to the margins of our society. Her global movement, #GenerationG, stands for every person with a disability who has ever been abused, discriminated against, or socially isolated. And…

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HYROX

July 31, 2024

#Run8Give8 We’re partnering with Hyrox, a National partner and sponsor of GiGi’s Playhouse, for the #Run8Give8 campaign! All proceeds from #Run8Give8 go to GiGi’s!  #Run8Give8 is a fun fitness challenge that promotes health and wellness. The challenge is simple:  Run or walk 8km (5 miles)  Donate $8   Tag 8 friends to join the challenge on…

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Steps to Start a Location

July 25, 2024

Thank you for your submission! We look forward to contacting you about starting your location. Below is an overview of the steps that you will need to complete. Before you Begin – Contact National Office & Organize Leadership Contact the National Office by sending an email to startup@gigisplayhouse.org to learn more about the process and…

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In the News

June 17, 2024

Down Syndrome In The News FDA APPROVES NEW ALZHEIMER’S DRUG July 11, 2024 There are newfound grounds for optimism in the Down syndrome community.  The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) just announced they’re approving Kisunla, a new drug developed by Eli Lilly and Company (Lilly). Kisunla has been shown in clinical trials to slow…

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April 9, 2024

What we offer GiGi’s Playhouse offers FREE therapeutic, educational and research-driven programs to individuals of all ages with Down syndrome. View our programs We are expanding our future! Help us expand our Playhouse Donate today We are expanding our future! Help us expand our Playhouse Donate today Our Mission: is to increase positive awareness of…

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Protected: GiGiFIT Kids 6-9 Resources

April 6, 2024

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GenerationG Community Next Steps

January 31, 2024

 Corporate | School |  #GenerationG Magazine  |  GiGi’s Playhouse Shop Donate #GenerationG aims to be the first widespread social movement for the ENTIRE disability community and sends a global message of acceptance for ALL!  Preview text You’re now a member of the #GenerationG Community, an army of change-makers set on making the world a kinder, better place…

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Protected: Dance Resources

December 9, 2023

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December 9, 2023

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Fundraise

November 16, 2023

Fundraise for GiGi’s Playhouse Celebration Club Celebrate your birthday, anniversary, promotion, Bar Mitzvah, or achievement (first steps, anyone?) by inviting your friends and family to support GiGi’s Playhouse. Find Out More Acceptance Challenge Corporate Opportunity Celebrate your birthday, anniversary, promotion, Bar Mitzvah, or achievement (first steps, anyone?) by inviting your friends and family to support…

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