Where in the world will you impact acceptance?
Registration is NOW OPEN for the GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge! Join us in advocating for acceptance within the Down syndrome community. Let’s demonstrate that everyone deserves acceptance, regardless of differences in race, gender, diagnosis, sexual orientation, or religion! Our goal is ACCEPTANCE for all!
You can register today with your local playhouse or through the Virtual Playhouse’s VIRTUAL MOVEMENT where our community is moving for acceptance from May 1-May 31st! By signing up you’ll not only boost awareness but also lend your support to our cause. No matter where you get involved, you are supporting FREE purposeful programming for families with loved ones with Down syndrome around the world.
Commit to being active by making your personal movement plan! You can track your progress on the Acceptance Challenge calendar with our Gen G Hearts! Then you can share your movement & fundraising goals and your “why” with your friends. You will be invited to the GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge private Facebook group to unite with our community, share progress, & root each other on. We ask that you submit your photos and videos so we can make a wonderful recap video of everyone moving for acceptance around the world later this summer!
We encourage everyone to join one of our teams or create their own and be a part of this worldwide movement. If your loved one with Down syndrome lives outside of the USA, join Team Worldwide. If your loved one is under 18 or prenatal, join the Blooming Buddies. If your loved one is 18+, join the Acceptance Avengers.If you volunteer your time with us or know someone who does, join our Encouragement Crew! Don’t miss out on being a part of this virtual movement that is making a global impact. Register today!
A Lesson in Connection and Empowerment
Lisa had the opportunity to work with GiGi’s Playhouse over the past 16 weeks. Her role involved tutoring and connecting with participants in a virtual setting. At first, Lisa felt nervous and unsure of what to expect. She wasn’t sure how she could help or if she could make a real difference. However, she quickly…
Volunteer Spotlight – Jake’s volunteer experience inspired him to take action!
Jake Kingsbury started volunteering at GiGi’s Playhouse Phoenix during his sophomore year in high school helping with group programs. In his junior year in high school, he became a Youth Board member. Jake collaborated with other Youth Board members to provide group activities for the participants, as well as spread GiGi’s Acceptance Challenge to fellow…
The Joy of Story Telling
At the heart of our Virtual Playhouse lies something truly special, the joy of storytelling. We are incredibly fortunate to have a dynamic mother-daughter duo who volunteer with us each month to create a magical Storytime experience for our participants. But what truly stands out is the bond they share, not just as mother and…