GiGi's Playhouse - NYC

We are thrilled to announce IREM Greater NY Chapter as the honoree of the GiGi’s Playhouse NYC 14th Annual Gala, Shoot for the Stars! ✨

For eight years, IREM has been a devoted partner in our mission to create a more accepting and inclusive world for individuals with Down syndrome and their families. Since launching its annual Clay Shoot in 2019, IREM and its incredible community of members and friends have generously contributed nearly $135,000 to GiGi’s NYC.

Year after year, IREM has turned partnership into meaningful impact, and we are honored to celebrate them this October. 💫

Join us on October 15 at the iconic Edison Ballroom as we Shoot for the Stars and celebrate the incredible individuals, families, volunteers, and partners who make our community shine.

✨ Congratulations, IREM! We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Purchase your tickets, sponsorships or to donate here: https://ow.ly/VKTP50ZGmrV

🎉 GiGi’s NYC is EXPANDING! 🎉
It’s official we’ve signed the lease and we’re doubling our space… again! 🏠💙💛

This incredible growth means we’ll finally have the opportunity to offer multiple programs at the same time, allowing us to reach even more individuals with Down syndrome and their families. We are so excited for what this next chapter means for our community!

A HUGE thank you to our amazing Co-Presidents, Jane Providenti and Yamira Siu, for their incredible leadership, dedication, and vision in helping get us here.

And, of course, thank you to our incredibly generous donors who believe in our mission and continue to support us every step of the way. Your generosity makes growth like this possible!

We’re growing, we’re dreaming bigger, and we’re creating more opportunities for our community. We can’t wait to show you what’s next! 🎉

🎨 LAST-MINUTE SUMMER PROGRAM SPOTS AVAILABLE!🎨

Do you have a child with Down syndrome ages 7–13 and need fun, engaging activities to do this week?

GiGi’s Playhouse NYC had a few last-minute cancellations, and we now have a limited number of spots available!

✨ This Week’s Theme: “What Is Art?” ✨

Get ready for an exciting week filled with creativity, exploration, and fun, including:

🏛️ A trip to The Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met)
🎭 A visit to the Apollo Theater
🖼️ A trip to The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)
🎨 Hands-on art activities exploring different mediums
🌟 And we’ll wrap up the week with a Talent Show on Friday!

📅 Tuesday–Friday
⏰ 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
👨‍👩‍👧 Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Spots are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis!

Interested? Send us a private message to learn more and secure your spot!

Don’t miss your chance to become GiGi’s NYC 2027 Ambassador!

This special role celebrates the talents, accomplishments, and voices of our community at public events, on social media, and beyond.

Open to individuals with Down syndrome 18 and older, of all abilities.

Interested in becoming an Ambassador? Apply today!
Complete your application here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=vsB5taQtREiyEau6-gHQthYNcFasdUJNkkOAo78ZmnxUMTYxSkg4RzlNU01ER1dLN1U2N1pVMkJSQS4u&utm_source=sfmc&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=NYC+8.10.2026+-+Apply+to+be+GiGi%27s+NYC%27s+2027+Ambassador!&route=shorturl

We’re excited to see your applications and celebrate all that you bring to our community! 💙✨
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Save the Date: October 15, 2026 ✨

Join us for GiGi’s NYC’s 14th Annual Gala at the iconic Edison Ballroom in the heart of Times Square for an unforgettable evening of celebration, inspiration, and community.

This year’s theme, “Shoot for the Stars,” celebrates the remarkable accomplishments and bright futures of individuals with Down syndrome while honoring the dedicated volunteers and inspiring champions who help make our mission possible.

We’re also excited to welcome Emmy Award-winning ABC7 Eyewitness News anchor and reporter David Novarro as our Master of Ceremonies.

✨ We can’t wait to celebrate with you.
https://gigisplayhouse.org/newyork/gala/

This Saturday, GiGi's NYC is excited to host our second Sport Clinic of 2026! Join us for a fun-filled day of fitness on July 18th at the Cooke School (1713 Madison Ave, New York, NY), from 11 AM to 1 PM. Everyone is welcome, all ages are invited to come, participate, and enjoy some active fun together! 🏃‍♀️⚽️

Participant sign up:
https://ow.ly/IUHE50ZoIQ5

Volunteer sign up:
https://ow.ly/1uzU50ZoIQ6

❤️🤍💙 Happy Fourth of July from all of us at GiGi's Playhouse NYC!🇺🇸

Today, we celebrate the freedoms that bring us together and the communities that make us stronger. At GiGi's NYC, we believe everyone deserves to be seen, valued, accepted, and celebrated for exactly who they are.

As you enjoy time with family and friends, we hope your day is filled with laughter, joy, and meaningful moments. Thank you for being part of our incredible community and for helping us create a world where individuals with Down syndrome are accepted and embraced.

💙 Happy 4th of July from our GiGi's NYC family to yours!

GiGi's NYC is excited to host our second Sport Clinic of 2026! Join us for a fun-filled day of fitness on July 18th at the Cooke School (1713 Madison Ave, New York, NY), from 11 AM to 1 PM. Everyone is welcome, all ages are invited to come, participate, and enjoy some active fun together! 🏃‍♀️⚽️

Be sure to register by July 13th to reserve your spot. We can't wait to see you there! ✨

Participant sign up:
https://ow.ly/A5Ql50ZjS4i

Volunteer sign up:
https://ow.ly/At0650ZjS4j

💙✨ What an unforgettable day! THANK YOU to every Youth Board member, volunteer, donor, sponsor, supporter, participant, and family who made GiGi's NYC's 12th Annual Dancing for Down Syndrome such an incredible celebration of acceptance, inclusion, and joy!
Because of your generosity and support, we can continue providing life-changing educational, therapeutic, career development, fitness, and social programs to individuals with Down syndrome and their families, all at no cost to participants and their families.

Swipe to see some photos from this amazing day!

If you weren't able to join us but would still like to make an impact and help us reach our goal of $25,000, please scan the QR code or click the link below to support our fundraising teams. Every donation helps us create more opportunities, celebrate more achievements, and continue building a world where individuals with Down syndrome are accepted and embraced. https://ow.ly/IXmW50ZjRPQ

Thank you for believing in our mission and making this event such a success. We couldn't do it without you! 💙💛