Building Confidence Through Numbers: Blair’s Journey with GiGi’s Virtual Tutoring
When Sarah first heard about GiGi’s Playhouse, her daughter Blair was just two years old. At the time, Blair was too young to join, but Sarah learned that once Blair turned three, she could begin GiGi’s Literacy and Math Tutoring Programs. That milestone became something Sarah and her family looked...
Jaquai’s Journey: Learning, Growing, and Thriving at GiGi’s Playhouse
Every week, Jaquai lights up when she logs on for her Literacy and Math tutoring sessions at GiGi’s Playhouse. What started as lessons in reading and numbers has transformed into something far bigger: the ability to communicate, express her desires, and navigate the world with confidence. Her Literacy tutor beams...
Chandler’s Best of All Shines in the Virtual Playhouse
When Chandler logs into the Virtual Playhouse, his smile says it all. The screen lights up with familiar faces, and he knows this is his space—a place where he can laugh, learn, and connect with friends. For Chandler and his family, the Playhouse isn’t just another program; it’s a community...
GiGi’s Virtual Playhouse Volunteer Spotlight: Connecting Across Continents with Tola
At GiGi’s Virtual Playhouse, volunteers bring energy, creativity, and heart to every program—helping children with Down syndrome thrive across continents and cultures. One inspiring volunteer is Tola, whose journey began thousands of miles away in Nigeria. Discovering GiGi’s Playhouse Tola’s connection with GiGi’s Playhouse began in 2016 during a trip...
🌟 Volunteer Spotlight: Devin 🌟
Meet Devin, one of our amazing GiGi’s Virtual Playhouse volunteers! This summer, she brought her passion for helping others to several programs, including the Summer Literacy Program, GiGi’s Kitchen Adult, and Friends Fun Fitness Teen. “I wanted to get involved due to my love of helping others,” Devin shared. “Advocating...
Celebrating a “Best of All” Moment at the Virtual Playhouse
At the Virtual Playhouse, we get to witness so many incredible moments of growth and Haslyn’s journey is one that truly inspires us. “From holding a dance pose just a little longer to nailing a new Taekwondo move or powering through an extra rep in GiGiFIT, she continues to grow...
Literacy Tutors Make a Difference: Lena’s Best of All Moments
At GiGi’s Virtual Playhouse, every tutoring session is more than just practice—it’s a step toward building confidence, independence, and a love of learning. Our volunteer tutors work one-on-one with participants, helping them reach their goals both inside and outside the classroom. And sometimes, those moments of growth show up in...
💫 Celebrating Braden’s “Best of All” Moment at the Virtual Playhouse
At GiGi’s Virtual Playhouse, we believe that every step forward, big or small, deserves to be celebrated. For Braden and his family, one recent moment captured the true spirit of “Best of All,” and it’s one they’ll never forget. During a recent virtual program, Braden joined his peers for a...
Finding Joy in the Virtual Playhouse: David’s Inspiring Journey with GiGi’s
When Joyce and her son David moved from sunny Fort Myers, Florida, to the scenic mountains of Western North Carolina, one of their biggest concerns was how to stay connected with the vibrant community they had grown to love at GiGi’s Playhouse. Back in Florida, they were regulars—Joyce even volunteered...
Building Strength and Confidence: Chloe’s Journey at GiGi’s Virtual Playhouse
Chloe is a genetic counseling student who has found an incredible way to merge her passion for advocacy with her love of fitness through GiGi’s Virtual Playhouse. In her work in the genetic counseling field, she supports many individuals with Down syndrome and their families, and she quickly realized that...
Celebrating Emilee’s Best of All: A Virtual Playhouse Story
At just 7 months old, Emilee is already making waves in the GiGi’s Virtual Playhouse community! She’s been participating in LMNOP (Language, Music N’ Our Peeps) since she was just 2 months old, and in that time, she’s shown us all what Best of All truly looks like. Each week,...
Meet Genevieve: Spreading Joy Through Virtual Volunteering
At GiGi’s Virtual Playhouse, our volunteers make all the difference! This week, we’re spotlighting Genevieve, who leads Kids Club virtually every week, bringing joy and connection to participants. Finding GiGi’s Virtual Playhouse After graduating college, Genevieve moved to Gainesville, FL, eager to get involved in her community. Having previously volunteered...