Olive Crest’s Foster department got a call about a “Safe Surrender” baby girl needing a family. She was born prematurely between 25 and 27 weeks, and weighed less than 2 pounds. She faced quite a battle for survival. About three…
Volunteers from New Journey Church, Scientific Games Corporation, and Olive Crest recently participated in a team-building event where they put together 900 hygiene kits for youth and families at Olive Crest, as well as other community partners in need. The…
Campbell Nelson Auto Dealership partnered with Olive Crest this summer to provide camp experiences for some of our foster children, and which proved to be life-changing for one young camper. Sarah, age 9, couldn’t attend camp in the past because…
Helen, 16, was referred to Olive Crest through probation. With tears in her eyes, Helen’s mom revealed that Helen’s suicidal tendencies were her biggest fear. At first, Helen was hesitant to accept any help—but her love for her family became…
Each year about 23,000 foster youth “age out” of the child welfare system in the United States when they turn 18. Most are seriously unprepared for life on their own. Frequently, they lack the most basic skills for living successfully…