Across Riverside and San Bernardino counties, more than 3,600 children are currently in the child welfare system – each one with a name, a story, and a future worth fighting for. These communities are full of resilience and heart, and every day, people like you are stepping up to fight child abuse, walk alongside families in crisis, and open doors for children who might otherwise feel forgotten.
At Olive Crest, we believe no child should ever feel unsafe or unloved. That’s why we’re here—right in your community—equipping families with the support they need, wrapping arms of care around children in crisis, and building a brighter future where the cycle of abuse is broken for good. Together, we can create a community where families are whole, children are protected, and hope is stronger than fear.
THE IMPACT ON CHILDREN AND FAMILIES IN RIVERSIDE
AND SAN BERNARDINO
Together, we are breaking generational cycles of abuse and creating futures filled with hope.
THE TRANSFORMING
LIVES CAMPAIGN
Building Riverside’s New Crest Cottages
As we plan to meet the community’s pressing needs for housing and support services, and the desire to help even more teens and young adults, we are raising funds to invest in a new community. To meet teens, young adults, and vulnerable single-parent family’s needs, we are building a new community called “Crest Cottages.”
We realize that strategic partnerships are crucial to helping make this dream a reality. Therefore, we have joined together with the compassionate Riverside-based Crest Community Church whose mission is to be a “house of mercy” that loves their neighbors unconditionally.
For more information or to schedule a tour, contact Tracy Fitzsimmons, Executive Director at
tracy-fitzsimmons@olivecrest.org.
HOW YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
Every child deserves a safe, loving home – and in Riverside and San Bernardino, you can help make that possible. Whether you give your time, your resources, or open up your home, your involvement brings hope and healing to children and families right here in our community.
Ways to Make an Impact
- Become an Olive Crest Family
Open your home and heart to a child in crisis. With full training and support, you can provide the safety and stability that changes the course of a child’s future. - Volunteer Your Time
From mentoring youth to supporting events and tutoring, volunteers play a vital role in strengthening families. Your time and talents make a life-changing difference. - Join the Kids at Heart Community
Your monthly gift ensures that children and families in Riverside and San Bernardino have consistent care and resources all year long. Together, we can prevent abuse, restore hope, and equip families for lasting success. - Partner with Olive Crest
Businesses, churches, and community groups are invited to partner with us through sponsorships, donations, drives, or hosting family support events. Together, we can create a safer community.
Every step you take strengthens families and protects children. At Olive Crest we say, “Everyone Can Do Something.” So, what’s your something?
OLIVE CREST NEWS & EVENTS IN RIVERSIDE & SAN BERNARDINO
Enjoy a tasty lunch, prize drawings, and leave with a brand new designer purse… all while helping children and families in crisis.
May 3, 2025
11:00 a.m.
March Field Air Museum
For tickets, sponsorships, and additional information, click here.
Leadership
Thomas Mangione
Community Volunteer
Tristen Cali
Sean Harns
Pacific Hydrotech Corp.
Dayn Holstrom
Holstrom, Block & Parke APLC
Chris MacArthur
Primerica Financial Services
Jolyn MacArthur
Community Volunteer
Glenda MaHall
Kaiser Permanente
Chief Michael Moore
Community Volunteer/Retired
Stan Morrison
Stan Morrison Consulting
Steffen Sommers
SDH & Associates Inc.
Donald Reed
Big State Industrial Supply
Kristie Reed
Community Volunteer
Mark Cloud
Southern California Edison
Members Emeritus
Duane R. Roberts
Founding President Emeritus
Entrepreneurial Corp. Group
Grover Trask
Trustee President Emeritus
Formerly County of Riverside D.A.,
Best, Best & Krieger
Tracy Fitzsimmons
Executive Director
“This position is more than a job for me, it’s a definite calling. I love the work that is being done by Olive Crest and am privileged to share their story.”