At 24 years of age, Helen is one of those amazing people who seems to have it all. She is bright, happily married, and is starting her own business. And she’s a gifted artist — a talent that seems to…
Our West Sound office in the Pacific Northwest will soon launch a residential housing model for our Independent Living Services program. This transitional housing program will benefit young adults from 18 to 21, who are transitioning from the system to…
Our Riverside group homes have been greatly blessed, as four area churches have agreed to adopt one of the homes! Once a month, each church group attends dinner and an evening of fellowship with the boys, who have grown to…
We’re excited to announce VolunteerHub, a new way to easily find and sign up for all upcoming volunteer opportunities at Olive Crest. You can be a childcare volunteer to support our foster and kinship families, be a guest speaker encouraging…
In-kind donations can make a world of difference! Here, Ronic Tatum, Darylyn Farris, and Nia League of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Cerritos Alumnae Chapter, drop off baby items. Do you ever wonder how you can get involved, and help…
Crafts and other activities for kids at a Foster Parent Night Out event allowed foster parents an evening of respite support, thanks to Crossroads Bible Church and the National Charity League. If you are a foster parent, you know this…
Attendees knelt in prayer at the luncheon to ask for guidance in making a difference for children in Los Angeles County. At the end of January, 330 pastors and church leaders gathered at the Dream Center in Los Angeles to…
Enjoying the gala, left to right: Jim Beauvais, SVP Marketing and Merchandising, Albertsons/Vons/ Pavilions; Lori Beauvais; Donald Verleur, CEO, Olive Crest; Hillary Verleur; Dr. Donald and Lois Verleur, Founders, Olive Crest; Bryan Kaltenbach, President, Food4Less; and Mary Kaltenbach. On February…
Did you have a Happy Valentine’s Day? We sure did! On that special day of love, our LA office received a welcome visit by members of the Cerritos High School National Honor Society, who created beautiful Valentine’s Day cards to…
Did you know some children have gone their whole lives without celebrating the joy of Easter? You can make a big difference for kids and families this spring by donating during our Easter basket drive for Olive Crest children and…