SEGMENT #1: GiGi’s Playhouse Charleston
GUEST: Marie Myers, Board President
ISSUE: Down’s Syndrome
GiGi’s Playhouse is a national non-profit with more than 60 locations nationwide. Recently, a 62nd location was opened in North Charleston to provide programming and support for individuals with Down syndrome & their families. Marie Myers is the Board President for GiGi’s Playhouse Charleston and shared the story behind the creation of GiGi’s Playhouse. Myers talked about the biggest misconception that people have about individuals with Down’s Syndrome and how they are assisted. She also spoke about what the goal is for GiGi’s Playhouse and how a father or mother could begin working with the playhouse. The organization has their first Charleston fundraise in July and Myers share the details on their “I Have a Voice” Gala.
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SEGMENT #2: Never Stop Foundation
GUEST: Gary Botkin, Founder and Owner
ISSUE: Children & Youth Services
All children should have the opportunity to participate in youth sports. That’s the idea behind the Never Stop Foundation, formed earlier this year by Gary Botkin, who shared his motivation for starting this nonprofit. Too many families cannot afford the expense of participating in youth athletics, so the Never Stop Foundation fills that need. Botkin explained how the Never Stop Foundation helps children in need and how a mother or father could have their child receive assistance. Botkin described some situations where the Foundation was able to make a difference and talked about the needs of the organization and how both business and individuals can provide support. He also laid out his plan for the future of the Never Stop Foundation and the organization’s ultimate goal in our community.
