For the past 10 years, the Melvards have been licensed foster parents with Olive Crest in the Pacific Northwest…and they have just said yes to their 200th placement. The Melvards are an excellent example of relentless love and pursuit of…
Olive Crest in the Pacific Northwest recently hosted a training with a special bonus included. Many kind volunteers prepared lunches for those attending the training session. One particular volunteer works hard to make her meal special in hopes of encouraging…
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…
The faith community often plays a large part in bringing healing to kids and families who need it most—and also does its part to inspire Olive Crest staff, as well. On April 9-10, staff from the Olive Crest office in…
It’s hard to believe, but some children, teens, and young adults never received an Easter basket before coming to Olive Crest—and now that we have had time to tally the Easter baskets given out at the beginning of the month,…
Whitewater Church in Puyallup, Washington, amazes our Olive Crest families in the Pacific Northwest with their generosity once again! This past March, staff and volunteers of Whitewater Church arranged Foster Parent Date Night. Olive Crest foster parents were invited to…
Olive Crest in the Pacific Northwest recently hosted 445 guests at its 18th Annual Gala Auction: “Home Run for Kids.” A huge success, this event exceeded the goal of raising $400,000 for the benefit of at-risk children and teenagers. This…
Tiffany's younger years were filled with abuse, neglect, and fear. Her parents had a crippling addiction to meth and Tiffany had to be removed from her home, spending most of her childhood in and out of the child welfare system.…
Hundreds of generous fashionistas recently gathered at the beautiful Fairmont Olympic Hotel in downtown Seattle for this year’s Wine Women & Shoes fundraiser. The event featured generous prizes, a silent auction, wine tastings from local wineries, and bites from exceptional…
When you meet Michael Weitzman for the first time, it’s hard to believe he has endured so much pain and sorrow in his 21 years. His positive outlook, quick smile, and friendly demeanor could suggest images of a teen who…