It’s the friends we meet along the way that help us appreciate the journey…
Meet Kendall! She is 12 years old and has been coming to the Playhouse for 8 years. Her mom, Amy, helped run our LMNOP program, which was one of her favorite programs when she was younger. She participated in Kids’ Club and is moving up to Teen Tastics now! Her dad,...
Happy New Year!
As 2024 comes to an end, we reflect on the incredible year it has been— filled with unforgettable experiences, cherished memories, and exciting new opportunities. As 2025 nears, many of us begin setting new goals and resolutions. Our GiGi U participants are no exception, and here’s what they are determined to...
It’s the friends we meet along the way that help us appreciate the journey…
Meet Israel! He is 7 years old and has been coming to the Playhouse since he was 4! He loved LMNOP and then moved up to Kid's Club this past summer. He also loves literacy tutoring with Miss Jill. His sister, Gloriana, is his biggest role model. They love playing...
Beef-a-Roo’s Round Up
THIS is the power of community! If you think that everyone who supports your mission has to do A LOT to make a big difference, you are wrong! When a bunch of people start pulling in the same direction, even in a small way, they can change the world for...
It’s the Friends we meet along the way that help us appreciate the journey…
Meet Katie! Katie is 28 years old and loves GiGi U, Portal Theatre, and Friday Friends! She always stays on task, is hardworking and focused, and has such a calm personality. Katie's favorite food is spaghetti and she loves Disney villains. She also loves singing and country music. Her biggest...
It’s the Friends we meet along the way that help us appreciate the journey…
Meet Camden! Camden is 8 years old and is in 3rd grade. His mom, Kristy, was the previous program lead from LMNOP until he aged out, then shifted to Kids Club for the summer. Camden always has fun attending those programs and hanging out with his friends at the Playhouse. He loves camping and...
DOWN SYNDROME AWARENESS MONTH — PROVIDING THE RUNWAY FOR ACCEPTANCE!
We’ve all been there before — we walk into a room, and for whatever reason, it feels like all eyes are on us. For most of us, this is a fleeting feeling, but for individuals with Down syndrome, this is a daily reality. Individuals with Down syndrome wear their diagnosis...
Perks Family Equine Center – Hope and Healing with Horses
GiGi’s Playhouse Rockford had the amazing opportunity to take a trip to the new Perks Family Equine Center! Among the variety of activities that Lockwood Park offers, the equine-assisted learning and therapy that they can provide at the new facility is going to be a game changer from an intervention...
It’s the Friends we meet along the way that help us appreciate the journey…
Meet Sam! He is 48 years old and has been a Playhouse participant for many years, attending GiGi U, GiGi's Kitchen, and Friday Friends. Sam spreads positivity throughout the entire Playhouse. He loves to help out with cleaning and his favorite things are steak and lobster, dancing, swimming, and hanging...
Immersed in Volunteering
Being a volunteer often means being in the background, just waiting until you are needed. Well, we absolutely needed our dedicated volunteers to make our 2024 Immersion Week possible! Our amazing participants work so hard throughout the session, so to end the summer off with some fun we had a...
Baseballs and Lemonade
We are all familiar with the old adage that says, “There’s no time like the present.” When it comes to the concepts of acceptance and inclusion, we also believe that there is “no such thing as too young” to start educating our little ones. During the month of July, GiGi’s...
Home Run Connection
The Rockford Rivets is partnering with GiGi’s Playhouse Rockford to help raise funds and awareness. For the July 15th home game against the Kenosha Kingfish, we will be their nonprofit of the game. Their goal is to showcase and support local non-profit organizations, creating a deeper connection within our community....