What we offer

GiGi's Playhouse offers FREE therapeutic, educational and research-driven programs to individuals of all ages with Down syndrome.

Grant our wish!

Help us make a difference by browsing our wish list! Your donations of essential items and resources directly support our mission. Explore how you can contribute today!

Volunteer

GiGi’s Playhouse is a volunteer-run organization and we rely on the passion and dedication of volunteers to keep our programs vibrant, educational, fun and free.

Featured Event

Gala

November 1, 2024

Please join us at our largest fundraiser of the year, your generous support of our playhouse is vital as we continue providing valuable free programming to our participants and their families!

Read More
southern-tier-family-1
southern-tier-family-3
southern-tier-family-2

Check out our calendar for a current schedule and program descriptions. Join us in person or virtually.

#generationg hands

Take the "GenerationG" pledge

and make a commitment to being accepting, generous and kind every day and in every way! By taking the pledge, you will join a new era of game-changers that we call #GenerationG! 

Current Happenings

We Are On A Mission

boy

Our Mission: is to increase positive awareness of Down syndrome through national campaigns, educational programs, and by empowering individuals with Down syndrome, their families and the community.

Our Vision: is to see a world where individuals with Down syndrome are accepted and embraced in their families, schools, and communities

Gala

GiGi's Playhouse of the Southern Tier invites you join us on Friday, November 1st, 2024 at 6pm for our 6th Annual "i have a Voice" Gala. This year's event will be held at the Doubletree by Hilton in Downtown Binghamton and will again feature entertainment provided by Engaged Entertainment and Live Fund-A-Need Drive by Grandstand Sports.

Please join us at our largest fundraiser of the year, your generous support of our playhouse is vital as we continue providing valuable free programming to our participants and their families! We sell out of seats for this event quickly, purchase your tickets or sponsorship today.

Recent Blog Posts

Welcome our New Volunteer & Programs Coordinator: Liz!

October 8, 2024

We are over the moon to announce that GiGi’s Playhouse Southern Tier has added a new staff to our fierce team! Liz Stoeckel is joining us as our Volunteer and Program Coordinator! Liz will have oversight of all programs and work closely with our volunteers to ensure the quality of programs. Make sure to introduce…

6th Annual Matthew’s Walk-A-Thon!

October 2, 2024

It is nearly time for the annual Matthews Auto Walk-A-Thon, and registration is still open! The Walk-A-Thon will be taking place on Saturday, October 5, 2024. It’s always a great event to walk together at the Vestal Rail Trail, starting at 7:30 a.m. On the Rail Trail Matthews will be hosting family fun; games and…

Meet Our New Interns!

August 31, 2024

Each semester GiGi’s Playhouse Southern Tier is lucky to partner with our local Universities and Colleges and welcome interns who assist with programming and important tasks around Playhouse! Learn about each of our Fall semester interns: “Hi everyone! My name is Rachel and I’m super excited to be interning at GiGi’s Playhouse this fall. I’m…

As Seen On:

cnn-logo-200h
NBC_logo-200h
WGN_Chicago-200h
chi-parent--200h
fox-200h
popsugar-200h

+

Locations Worldwide