Who we are...

GiGi’s Playhouse is a Down syndrome awareness center. 
With multiple locations, we offer activities, resources, educational programs and support for individuals with Down syndrome, their families, and the community.

Read more about us here.

Chicagoan of the Year! Congratulations, Nancy!!
Founder of GiGi's Playhouse, Nancy Gianni, has been voted as a Chicagoan of the Year. Nancy's dedication to making the world a better place for all individuals with Down syndrome is obvious to all who know her. Her inspiration comes from her beautiful daughter GiGi and her passion has inspired many to spread positive awareness about Down syndrome in their communities. Click on the following link and scroll down to hear how Nancy channeled her passion into an unstoppable mission that has spread throughout the nation! http://weblogs.cltv.com/news/local/chicago/

Holiday Raffle!
Buy your raffle tickets NOW!
Prizes
1st – 1 Week Paradise Vacation in Hawaii
2nd – Gorgeous David Yurman Necklace donated by Razny Jewelers
3rd – 1 Week Vacation at a Florida Resort
4th – $1000 cash

Don't miss the chance for these great prizes - only 1000 tickets sold!
$100 per ticket • Click here to puchase online.

 

 

 

 

 

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Learn to Read program
See here to learn about our FREE literacy program

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NEW! Read our Blog

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2009 Calendar

They're Here!
Order yours today! click here.

Family Stories from the children featured in our calendar.

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Read how it all began.

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Heard around the playhouse

i have a voice

Never been to the Playhouse?? Check out our new video..."My Sister"
My Sister Movie small (2.6 Mb)
My Sister Movie large (19 Mb)

Ways you can create Awareness

 

Wanted! 2010 Models!
Click here to apply to be in the 2010 Awareness Calendar, website and other materials!
Hurry!! Deadline January 10, 2009

Save the Date!
3rd Annual Spread the Love Gala!
February 7, 2009

Click here to buy tickets

Save the Dates!!
Gala February 7, 2009
5K June 14th, 2009
Golf Outing July 30, 2009
GiGiFest October 4, 2009

 

 

Are you an expectant mother with the possibility of your baby having Down syndrome? Click here.

Looking to open a Playhouse in your area? Click here to find out how.

"From the 1st day we walked in, it felt like we had been part of this family forever!"

 

 

Hoffman Estates
1069 W Golf Rd
Hoffman Estates, IL 60194
847-885-PLAY (7529)

Fox Valley
4024 Fox Valley Center Dr
Aurora, IL 60504
630-778-PLAY (7529)

McHenry
1720 N Richmond Rd
McHenry, IL 60050
815-385-PLAY (7529)

Chicago
3660 W Irving Park Rd
Chicago, IL 60618
773-583-PLAY (7529)


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It’s like a second home. I can’t even explain it without tearing up with gratitude."


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