Olive Crest - Strong Families, Safe Kids

Have you had the chance to read our latest newsletter? 📖 In this edition, we are talking all about safe homes and how we guarantee that everyone in our care is nurtured in a loving home, receiving the support and healing they need, allowing them to experience security and guidance, and helping them face everyday challenges with hope! So what does a safe home really look like? You can read our latest newsletter here https://buff.ly/3W4dfmC 🏠

Happy 4th of July from our Olive Crest family to yours! Today, we celebrate the freedom and independence that make our country great. As we gather with family and friends, let's also remember the importance of building strong, loving homes for every child. Thank you for your commitment in making a difference. Have a safe and joyous Independence Day! ❤️ 🤍 💙

Need to do some last minute grocery shopping before the 4th of July? Smart & Final is hosting a register campaign where customers can donate $1 at the register and the funds raised will be donated back to Olive Crest to help children and families in crisis! Check this 🔗 for your nearest Smart & Final location: https://lnkd.in/gGV_Qt9U

These two daughers of mine graduated from high school this month. The daughter on the right is my biological daughter, the oldest of three siblings, who worked hard for 4 years so she would hopefully be accepted to SDSU, where she will begin this Fall. The daughter on the left is a young lady who lived with us for six months 11 years ago through Olive Crest's Safe Families program. She got sidetracked from her education when she became a teen mom while in the foster system and even though the odds were against her, she didn’t let that stop her. She worked almost full time as a single mom while plugging away at her GED and because of the support of Olive Crest’s Wraparound program and her Court Appointed Special Advocates of Orange County (CASA OC), I’m so proud to say that she finally graduated from high school also this past June. Our family is celebrating both of these young ladies and have so much hope and excitement for all that is ahead. If you have a passion for at risk youth, Olive Crest - Strong Families, Safe Kids is one of many amazing organizations that is worth supporting. There are so many kids in need of homes, mentors and help so if this is an area that you are curious about, let me know and I’d be happy to share all that we’ve learned over the past decade!

It's graduation time at Olive Crest! 🎓🎉 Today we celebrate all the Olive Crest scholars and their educational milestones as they overcame obstacles and hardships to still achieve their goals. Drop your congratulations and well-wishes in the comments as they enter this next chapter of their life!

"For the first time in my life, I know what peace feels like." This is what Anna* shared after spending 8 months at our Hope Refuge Campus, a safe place for girls, ages 12 to 17, to heal from the horrors of sexual exploitation. During her time at the Hope Refuge Campus, Anna graduated from high school, secured a part-time job, and is prepared to start college in the fall. We are so proud of her and can't wait to see all she accomplishes! You can read more of Anna's story here https://buff.ly/3KPjl3O *name changed to protect identity

Today, we celebrate the incredible dads and father figures who make a world of difference in the lives of children and families. Your love, guidance, and unwavering support create brighter futures and stronger communities. Happy Father's Day to all the amazing dads out there! 💙 #OliveCrest #StrongFamilies #SafeKids #BuildingBrighterFutures

Join our team and make a difference! #makeadifferencetoday #raisersedge #fundraisingjobs #olivecrest

Meet B*! ⭐ Over nine months with Olive Crest, B received specialized support to enhance his skills and prepare for adulthood. From budgeting to job exploration, his team guided him every step of the way. With a focus on financial management, B diligently contributed to his saving account and reviewed his budget monthly. B blossomed in his independent living skills, mastering everything from organization to time management. He's now a pro at keeping his space tidy and staying on top of tasks. As B gears up to fully embrace adulthood, he's eyeing a studio apartment and eager to live independently. Thank you to all our supporters, advocates, and donors for making stories like B's possible! #OliveCrest #StrongFamilies #SafeKids #SuccessStory *Name changed to protect identity.

This Mother's Day, we honor all the mothers who embody the essence of love, resilience, and sacrifice. Whether you are a biological mother, Olive Crest mother, or a mother figure in someone's life, your presence is a gift that illuminates the world with tenderness and love. May this Mother's Day be filled with joy, cherished moments, and the profound appreciation you deserve 💜💐 #OliveCrest #StrongFamilies #SafeKids #MothersDay