Open Heart & Open Mind

We want to recognize volunteer, Felicia Wright, who in only two months has become a regular face in both our in-person and virtual programming! Felicia did not have experience working with individuals with Down syndrome when she first stepped through the doors of the Playhouse, but she came in with...

The Sailor Journey

Thank you GiGi’s Playhouse!  We love you!! GiGi’s Playhouse Sugar Land is grateful to have such a strong and committed Board of Directors.  Almost a year ago we welcomed Shawn Tracey to our Board.  We asked he and his wife, Tracy, to share their story with us and we’d like...

Hitting the Jackpot with new Tutor Tina!

Oh my goodness-Thank you for Tina!!!!. She is a powerhouse of positive energy and kindness.  God in His Infinite Mercy certainly put her in our paths! She was so enthusiastic and Nadia was so excited when she met her. She is so genuinely dedicated and just amazing.  GiGi's certainly hit...

Connecting During Isolating Times

Connecting during isolating times. By: Malvika Pandya My name is Malvika Pandya and I have a wonderful son, Mainak, who is 46. I am so thankful we have GiGi’s Playhouse in our community and our family is so grateful for the impact this organization has made on our lives, especially...

GiGi’s at Home- TouchMath

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GiGi’s At Home- LMNOP

Pete the Cat I love my White Shoes Celebrate World Down Syndrome Day Rocking those crazy socks with Pete the Cat Rocking his White Shoes!!  We pray you are all staying healthy and germ free.  We can't wait to see you all back at the playhouse soon- ENJOY! Pete the...

GiGi’s At Home- Art Explosion

Art Explosion Mister Fish Oil Pastel or Crayon Drawing: Lesson Video of Mister Seahorse Art Lesson Video Student Handout

Why I Walk by Jennifer Attaway

Why I walk? I walk because I love my son exactly as he is. I want the world to see his value and see he is as worthy as anyone else to be on this planet. I walk to support an organization that has been a cornerstone for his development,...

Why I Walk by Mandy Jeffries-Cancino

Why I walk…. At the time my son, Connor, was born GiGi’s Playhouse Sugar Land was only a beginning thought in another parent’s head. In fact, some of our founding kids, like Grace Ross was 1, Sadie Blahuta and Cruz O'Dell had only been born weeks before Connor. And, Carter...

“What Matters to Me”

What Matters to Me? By: Christine Hayes, mom to Rory I’ve been thinking this morning about what I really wish people knew about Down syndrome. I’m lucky to be surrounded by other families with kids with Down syndrome, so many diligently sharing facts, anecdotes, things that others may not realize....
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Looking at the World with New Eyes

Looking at The World with New Eyes On my first day volunteering at GiGi’s Playhouse, I honestly didn’t really know what to expect. At the end of the day I had a warm feeling inside that I’d never quite felt before. Yet, I have this same feeling after every day...

A little GiGi Prep in their Step

                        Written by one of our awesome and dedicated volunteers, Linsey Mclain-Lopez GiGi Prep is a wonderful 6 week teaching program for adults where our friends learn how to make healthy lifestyle choices with core areas of curriculum being Confident...