Participant Spotlight: From Kicks to Confidence: Carmen’s Journey with Karate Kickers
Carmen’s social spirit shines brightly during her participation at GiGi's San Diego programs, where she gets to bond with her friends, showcasing her natural love for companionship. 🥳 Recently, her confidence has soared through the Karate Kickers program, where, with the guidance of Sensei Amanda and her friend Joey, she...
Volunteer Spotlight – Where there is passion there comes great volunteers!
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP) you are tasked with getting to know the person you support to provide the upmost quality of care which in tern increases quality of life. Meet Demi, an amazing DSP and valued GiGi's volunteer. We asked Demi to share a bit about her journey...
Meet our new Tutoring Coordinator – Suzana!
🎉 We are thrilled to announce a new and amazing volunteer who joined our community this past summer! Meet Suzana, she has stepped into the role of Tutor Coordinator for our Literacy and Math programs at GiGi's Playhouse San Diego. 📚✏️ As you can see in the picture, we caught...
Eli’s Push to Success
Eli in literacy tutoring - one word at a time Success comes in all forms and capacities but sometimes those little successes or what we call "Best of Alls" sometimes go unnoticed. Here at GiGi's Playhouse we celebrate All Best of All's whether it be reading an entire book or...
Kicking Off Down Syndrome Awareness Month with Oktoberfest Fun and Community Support
This October, our hearts were as full as our mugs at GiGi’s Playhouse San Diego's Oktoberfest! To everyone who came out to support our mission—and to those who contributed to making it such an exciting, meaningful day—thank you! Together, we turned this lively day into a true celebration of community,...
Leila’s Library
A Beautiful Soul Lives On Revamped Leila's Library - Terry and Steve Forsythe While many of us have not had the pleasure of knowing Leila in life, her presence is certainly felt and honored here at GiGi's Playhouse San Diego. Her parents, Steve and Terry Forsythe state she was a...
Fall Fun and Fundraising at GiGi’s Playhouse San Diego: Don’t Miss These Events!
As we move into the fall season, we’re excited to share some upcoming events at GiGi’s Playhouse San Diego that are designed to bring our community together for fun, fundraising, and support of our mission. Whether you’re a baseball fan, beer enthusiast, or avid golfer, there’s something for everyone. These...
Participant Spotlight – The Best Ever First Tutoring Session
"We are incredibly thankful to GiGi's for the opportunity to have Frankie experience tutoring for the first time. Initially, as parents, we were hesitant due to concerns about his behavior, but he truly amazed us with his positive attitude and behavior. It was clear he felt comfortable with his tutor,...
Volunteer Spotlight – Derma Spreading That Inclusion & Acceptance Matters
Meet Demra, a GiGi's Playhouse San Diego volunteer with an infectious and inviting smile. Volunteering at GiGi's Playhouse is an incredible opportunity for someone looking to give back in a meaningful way regardless of ability. Where there is a will there is a way and GiGi's Playhouse has endless options...
GiGi’s Playhouse San Diego Awarded the Prestigious Femtor Grant from the eWomen Foundation
Board Member and Fundraising Chair Laura Bellizzi accepting the eWomen Foundation Grant & Award We are thrilled to announce that GiGi's Playhouse San Diego has been honored with the Femtor Grant from the eWomen Foundation! This prestigious award highlights our commitment to providing essential Down syndrome resources and underscores the...
Celebrating 5 Years with My Yard Live Beer Co. and Supporting GiGi’s Playhouse San Diego
GiGi's Playhouse San Diego at My Yard Live's 5th Anniversary We are thrilled to share the exciting news from last weekend’s celebration at My Yard Live Beer Co. in San Marcos, CA! As part of their 5th anniversary festivities, My Yard Live Beer Co. generously supported GiGi's Playhouse San Diego...
Participant Best of All Moment – Shep’s Amazing Green Thumbs
Shep's Amazing Green Thumbs We are sure you all have heard of "find your happy place." Well one of our participants, Shep has certainly taken that to a whole new level. Last year we learned in his literacy tutor sessions that Shep loves his vegetables, especially beets and not just...