Olive Crest kids and families in the Pacific Northwest definitely had a memorable Spring Break this year! Many children attended our very First Annual Foster Family Day at the Farm, hosted by the generous owners of Raspberry Ridge Farm in…
At the start of April, the Family Resource Center of Olive Crest in Los Angeles took families on a spectacular experience over the course of several days. Nineteen children were given the opportunity to journey “under the sea,” beginning with…
The support of organizations and all who help our kids and families is a true gift. The last couple of months, Wells Fargo, Parkcrest Church, and Baby2Baby made a difference for all ages, from babies to teens. Volunteers from Wells…
Like most 4-year-old children, Paxtyn is full of life and energy. She loves to sing and dance, and her face lights up if she can make her 2-year-old sister, Eleanor, laugh. She also has a great time getting into mischief…
Olive Crest hosted 200 at-risk children and families, along with staff, at this year’s annual celebration for participants in our family preservation program. Held in Palm Desert, this event welcomed guests, who enjoyed hot dogs, hamburgers, and amazing snow cones…
Happy. Energetic. Outgoing. These are some of the words that come to mind when you first meet Tristan and Eli Struwe. They are bright-eyed boys who love each other, their parents, and fun outings like trips to Disneyland. And it’s…
Roshaunda is bright, beautiful, caring, poised, articulate, and confident. She clearly has a lot going for her. Just weeks away from obtaining her Bachelor’s degree in Childhood Development, Roshaunda plans to pursue a Master’s degree in Social Work. Ultimately, she…
Over the last 18 years, Rozan Haynes has welcomed 43 children into her home. That’s not a misprint. Forty-three boys and girls have called her “Mom” and have been shaped into successful, productive adults through the loving care she provided.…
How the Healing Power of Family Changed Katie’s Life Forever From the moment that Katie arrived in the world, it was clear that she was special. Born 15 weeks early and weighing just over a pound, she spent the first…
Brittany recently accepting a scholarship award. Here at Olive Crest, we truly believe that a safe and loving family can change the life of a child for the better. Before finding her foster family, Brittany had been homeless, was behind…