Leadership Team
Lori Fascilla
Executive Director
I was born into a family of seven to parents who were Idaho natives. At a young age, we moved to Maryland. I grew up in a bustling metropolis outside of Washington D.C., regularly experiencing politics, the arts, museums, and historical locations. I majored in...
Cassandra Wagner
Philanthropy Director
In my early childhood, I lived in the state of Nevada. After living there, we moved to Austria for a few years and eventually settled in Idaho. I have three siblings and was raised by a single mother who sacrificed everything to get us all through college. I attended...
Kylie Delarosa
Marketing & Volunteer Coordinator
I was born and raised in Las Vegas, and just recently moved to the Boise area. I studied at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, with a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing. Throughout my college experience, I was very involved, with being on a rowing team and serving as...
Melissa Nickell
Grant Writer/Admin Support
I was raised in Jerome, Idaho and enjoyed a childhood filled with dairy cows and fields of corn. Growing up, my mother always taught me to appreciate the magic of imagination and the value of play. I attended Boise State University where I earned a degree...
Neile Kyle
Operations Director & Site Director at Giraffe Laugh Summer Program
Shellee Jackman
Site Director at Giraffe Laugh on Grand Ave
Born and raised in the scenic town of Pocatello, ID, I embarked on a journey of growth and discovery when I relocated to the dynamic Treasure Valley in 2011—a decision that profoundly enriched my life. As the eldest among my siblings—a cherished trio of two sisters...
Emma Clement
Assistant Site Director at Giraffe Laugh on Grand Ave.
I’ve been working in childcare since 2008, and was blessed to find my forever home in Giraffe Laugh in 2014. I take great pride in working for an organization that supports all families no matter what their financial situation currently is. Every child deserves a...
Laura Hernandez
Site Director at Giraffe Laugh on State Street
My name is Laurentina Hernandez, but I go by Laura. I lived in Washington State but I am originally from California. We moved to Idaho back in 2002. I have been married to my best friend for almost 25 years now and we have three children. I have been working in...
Jackie Galligan
Assistant Site Director at Giraffe Laugh on State Street
Hello, my name is Jacqueline Galligan. I was born in California but was raised here in Idaho. In 2017, I graduated from the University of Idaho with a Child Development/Family Relation degree. Soon after college, I married my best friend Jason Galligan and he has been...
Beverly Haugen
Site Director at Giraffe Laugh at The Franklin (coming soon)
I grew up in a small town in Oregon and found my way to Boise in my early 20’s. I strongly believe every child should have the opportunity to grow and thrive in a safe nurturing environment. My favorite moment is when a child grasps on to a concept that they have been...
Annie Fascilla
Site Director at Giraffe Laugh Garden City Preschool
I was born and raised in Boise, Idaho where I attended Giraffe Laugh as a preschooler. I loved my experience there so much as a child that as soon as I was old enough, I began volunteering at Giraffe Laugh as a classroom helper. I loved being in the environment that...
Jenny Board
Site Director at Giraffe Laugh in Kuna
I am a 4th Generation Southern California native. I fell in love with the northwest when I moved to Bend, Oregon back in 1999 and found my way over to Boise in 2009. I am known as the "baby whisperer" among family and friends so when it came to higher education I knew...
Karen Mackay-Smisek
Assistant Site Director at Giraffe Laugh in Kuna
Hello! My name is Karen. I am new to Giraffe Laugh, and I am so excited to be a part of this organization. I look forward to helping children learn and grow and to empower families. I love to observe how children learn and figure things...
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Giraffe Laugh is a local nonprofit that provides early childhood education and nurturing to 170 Treasure Valley children annually by ensuring school readiness, empowering families, and building strong futures.
Giraffe Laugh has two full-time programs that serve children 0-5 years old, a full-time preschool program that serves children 3.5-5 years old, and a summer program that serves children that are of school-age.