Generation G
These teens are passionate about spreading the word of GiGi’s Playhouse Raleigh
The Generation G Youth Advisory Board Program is made up of typical teens in the community who strives to build awareness, program volunteers, and fundraising for GiGi’s Playhouse Raleigh. We plan and host events for the playhouse and the community as well as volunteering within all the existing programs. The fundraisers help contribute to the…
Read MoreIt’s rewarding for me to see the participants and the volunteers interacting, laughing, learning, sharing and hanging out with each other.
I really enjoy volunteering at GiGi’s Playhouse in Raleigh. I’ve been involved with a few different programs. I participated in the math tutoring program as a tutor with 2 different students. I enjoyed the one on one interaction with the students and the relationship that developed as I worked with them. It was challenging and…
Read MoreI felt so proud that night because I went up in front of all those people and did my best without giving up.
Grace (participant age 16) October 28, 2019 Personal Narrative Handbells at the Gala 2019 It was the day of the GiGi’s Gala and I was so excited to perform handbells with my choir. I started to get ready. I put on my dark green sparkly dress and got my hair and makeup done. Now I…
Read More“With that attitude, she can conquer the world!”
Nikki, our Fantastic Friends program leader in Chapel Hill (satellite location) shared a beautiful Best of All for Savanah a 25 year old who sets her mind to something and accomplishes it with confidence and ambition. Savanah is a very active participant who juggles a full calendar- GiGi’s Programs (Handbells, Speech, Literacy Tutoring, Adult Communication…
Read More“While assisting with programs, we have all made new friendships”
Watching what GiGi’s Playhouse Raleigh has brought to the Triangle area and beyond has been so exciting. While assisting with programs, we have all made new friendships and getting to participate with the families is the highlight of our week. There is always excitement at the Playhouse. Whether it’s a birthday or new glasses, everything…
Read MoreThis testimonial is not only about GiGi’s Summer Camp, but GiGi’s as a destination
This year marked the second year our daughter, Laney, attended GiGi’s Summer Camp. This is notable for several reasons. First, the 2018 Summer Camp was the first time Laney was away from us without an aid being present. Laney always has a parent OR a designated aid with her to ensure her safety, to maximize…
Read MoreI have found a home at GiGi’s
It has been a true pleasure to be involved with GiGi’s Playhouse Raleigh from the very beginning. The amazing passion that I am able to witness from the volunteers to the smiling faces of the participants has been nothing short of inspiring. I have been honored to be the program lead for the Generation G…
Read MoreWe deeply appreciate this opportunity for Charlie to spread his wings and grow
We wrapped up 3 weeks of GiGi’s Summer Adventures, Camp style program and man what a FUN summer with AWESOME activities. For a lot of our friends, this was the first time they experienced horse back riding, rock wall climbing and learned about safety from first responders! This was Charlie’s first time attending camp, read…
Read MoreBest. Internship. EVER!!
I volunteer at GiGi’s because the Playhouse is my home and the people are my family. Every day, I walk through those doors anticipating a new and exciting adventure that doesn’t fail to leave me with a smile on my face and my heart full of love; and every time I walk out, I am…
Read MoreIt is a breath of fresh air to be so involved with an organization that makes the conscious decision to be better everyday.
We would be lost with out our volunteers! Hannah was eager to jump in and assist with any task and playhouse needs. She was a warm welcome, excited to see friends and meet new families. Read about what this summer volunteer role meant to her! I volunteer at GiGi’s because the people, the growth, and…
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