Create the Magical Preschool Experience for Our Children

Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of Francine Gani, Gani Preschool has moved to a beautiful new location on Chabad’s extended campus—the house right across the street at 3110 Louis Road. In her honor, the preschool has been renamed Gani Preschool, reflecting the nurturing, joyful garden we strive to grow for our children.

Already, the new space is filled with light and life. One stunning indoor classroom is up and running, and the children are thriving in their new environment.

But the experience is still incomplete.

Right now, our children cannot play and explore in the outdoors, and Jewish children are being turned away due to lack of space.

We are now working to create Rachel’s Garden, a vibrant outdoor play space dedicated in loving memory of Rachel Rafelson—a beloved teacher who brought so much warmth and joy to our community. The garden will feature artificial turf, beautiful greenery, and outdoor preschool equipment—a space where our children can run, play, and grow.

At the same time, we urgently need to complete two additional classrooms:

One by transforming the garage at the new house into a fully functional preschool classroom.
One by upgrading the playroom at Chabad to meet preschool classroom standards.

Your gift will nurture the next generation of proud Jewish children and future leaders.

Budget Summary

Gani Preschool Relocation Budget

Rachel’s Garden
In loving memory of Rachel Rafelson
Move fence, install artificial turf, and outdoor play equipment
$53,232

Garage to Classroom Transformation
Insulation, floor, bathroom, HVAC, doors, permits
$64,392

Playroom to Preschool Classroom Upgrade @ Chabad
Repairs, HVAC, window, bathroom
$25,888

Total Project Budget
$143,512

Rachel's Garden/Gani Preschool Relocation

By Chabad Palo Alto

Rachel's Garden/Gani Preschool Relocation

A Magical Space for Our Children