What we offer

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

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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

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Golf Tournament

August 5, 2025

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We Are On A Mission

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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

Recent Blog Posts

A Creative Soul at GiGi’s Playhouse Southern Tier: Mario’s #BestofAll

June 20, 2025

Since opening our doors in 2019, GiGi’s Playhouse Southern Tier has been home to so many incredible participants, and today we’re celebrating the joyful impact Mario has made. A familiar face at many of our programs, Mario brings warmth, creativity, and kindness to everything he does. His gentle spirit and thoughtful nature shine through in…

What’s Going on this Summer at GiGi’s Playhouse!

June 5, 2025

As we approach the Summer season, we keep getting asked the question, ‘What does GiGi’s Playhouse have to offer over the Summer months?’. We run programs year round at GiGi’s Playhouse! Plus, the summer gives us a chance to do some extra special programs and events outside and in the community. Take a look to…

Walking Wonders: EJ’s #BestofAll

May 28, 2025

Celebrating EJ’s Incredible Journey at GiGi’s Playhouse At GiGi’s Playhouse, we’re lucky to witness so many incredible journeys—and one of those belongs to EJ, a bright, energetic, and joyful newly-three-year-old who has truly captured our hearts. We first met EJ in 2022 when he was just a newborn, and since then, we’ve had the privilege…

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