Every two minutes, a child is trafficked for sexual exploitation in the United States. Among the 5,000 children that Olive Crest serves daily, approximately 20% have been involved with human sex trafficking, over 50% have been approached, and 100% are…
"For the first time in my life, I know what peace looks like." the hope refuge campus, santa barbara, ca We are thrilled to share the inspiring journey of Anna, our recent graduate from Olive Crest's Hope Refuge Campus. Anna's achievements…
Covid-19 brought a staggering increase in the number of students missing from school - both virtual school days and after students returned to the classroom - an understandable consequence for unprecedented times. However, four years later, classroom attendance hasn't gone…
On Friday, April 5, 2024, Olive Crest will host their annual Power of One Luncheon in honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month at the Ahern Hotel in Las Vegas. Gaming giant Caesars Entertainment will be the presenting sponsor, donating $20,000…
The stark reality is 60% of teens become homeless within the first year of aging out of the child welfare system. Olive Crest serves hundreds of teens and young adults with its Transitional Age Youth programs each year. Through Olive Crest, young…
Santa Barbara, CA | Dec 27, 2023 KSBY Channel 6 Central Coast Sex trafficking of minors is a concerning issue in Santa Barbara County, with 229 survivors identified since 2017, including "D", a survivor who has found healing and restoration…
On Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023, Olive Crest hosted an evening cocktail reception, fundraiser and auction at the Discovery Children’s Museum in Las Vegas, NV – entitled “Champions of Children.” Gaming giant Caesars Entertainment was the presenting sponsor, donating $20K to…
On Tuesday, July 25, 2023, former NFL quarterback, Heisman Trophy winners, and USC football alumni, Matt Leinart hosted a free football clinic for children served through Olive Crest in Bellflower, California. More than 60 kids participated in all kinds of…
On Saturday, February 25th , Olive Crest hosted their 50th Anniversary Gala at the Anaheim Hilton Hotel. 1,200 guests, from all over the Western United States, gathered to celebrate the growth of Olive Crest and honor the vision of founders,…
“One Life at a Time” Luncheon to Recognize Olive Crest Mission to End Child Abuse and Neglect September 2021 --- Las Vegas, NV --- Olive Crest couldn’t do the work of protecting against child abuse and neglect without the assistance…