LAS VEGAS (April 11, 2023) – Olive Crest in Nevada will host its annual “Power of One” luncheon on Friday, April 14 at the Ahern Hotel in recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month. The luncheon is held to both create awareness of the plight of child abuse and neglect in Clark County, as well as raise important funds for Olive Crest in its efforts to help families stop the … [Read more...] about Olive Crest’s “Power of One” Highlights Child Abuse Prevention Month
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Olive Crest of Nevada Names Brown Trustee Vice President
Chad Brown, veteran Las Vegas hospitality executive and Chief Marketing Officer at JC Hospitality LLC, has been named vice president of the regional trustee group for Olive Crest in Nevada. Brown, 45, joined Olive Crest in Nevada’s trustee group earlier this year. He previously was a board member of the American Cancer Society’s Nevada office and is an executive committee … [Read more...] about Olive Crest of Nevada Names Brown Trustee Vice President
Olive Crest Promotes Kids at Heart for Giving Tuesday
As we celebrate 26 years in Las Vegas (and our 50th anniversary year in 2023 as an organization), it’s hard to put into words how grateful we are for our Las Vegas supporters. For years, they have answered God's call to partner with Olive Crest in Las Vegas to give kids and families in crisis the love and grace of our great God God has worked through the Las Vegas community … [Read more...] about Olive Crest Promotes Kids at Heart for Giving Tuesday
Kagele Named Trustee President of Olive Crest in Nevada
Elizabeth Kagele, former banking executive for nearly 25 years and business entrepreneur, has been named trustee president of Olive Crest in Nevada. Kagele, 38, joined Olive Crest’s trustee group in 2020 while working as an executive with U.S. Bank in Las Vegas. Olive Crest was one of the non-profits being supported by U.S. Bank, and at the time her desire was give back to … [Read more...] about Kagele Named Trustee President of Olive Crest in Nevada
Industry FocusNonprofits
The business aspect of the nonprofit industry is one that is often overlooked. Sometimes thought of as only a community of “do gooders”, it’s easy to forget that, behind the heart, there is a backbone of business professionals who grapple with the same struggles as other businesses. Recently, nonprofit executives met to discuss the challenges their industry faces and solutions … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Olive Crest Board of Trustees Appoints Chad Brown and Mario Heidke
LAS VEGAS - Olive Crest has appointed Chad Brown and Mario Heidke as the newest members to its Board of Trustees. Since the organization’s inception in 1973, Olive Crest has transformed the lives of nearly 200,000 abused, neglected and at-risk children and their families. The organization works tirelessly to meet the individual needs of kids in crisis by providing safe and … [Read more...] about Olive Crest Board of Trustees Appoints Chad Brown and Mario Heidke
Local Nonprofits That Serve Individuals Who Have Been Exploited Come Together in January for National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month
LAS VEGAS –January is National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month, and local nonprofits, Signs of HOPE, The Shade Tree, The Cupcake Girls, Safe House, The Embracing Project, Dress for Success Southern Nevada, Olive Crest and Juvenile Justice Impact, are joining together to raise awareness about the pervasiveness of human trafficking in our community and share ways … [Read more...] about Local Nonprofits That Serve Individuals Who Have Been Exploited Come Together in January for National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month
Olive Crest Receives $80,000 Grant From MGM Resorts Foundation – Organization Will Fund Additional Mental Health Services for Youth and Families in Las Vegas Area
LAS VEGAS - Olive Crest was awarded an $80,000 grant from the MGM Resorts Foundation to increase its ability to impact the vulnerable populations that Olive Crest serves, specifically with mental health and other emotional support services. One of the primarily unseen and under reported impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic is the onslaught of mental health and relational … [Read more...] about Olive Crest Receives $80,000 Grant From MGM Resorts Foundation – Organization Will Fund Additional Mental Health Services for Youth and Families in Las Vegas Area
Olive Crest Announces New Executive Director in Nevada
Olive Crest CEO Donald Verleur II named Jimmy Monaghan as the organization’s new executive director in Nevada. Monaghan has 18 years’ experience as an alcohol, drug and mental health counselor, teacher and leader. Over the past six years, as pastor of care and mission for the Las Vegas’ Canyon Ridge Christian Church, Monaghan led a team of two pastors, one area director, … [Read more...] about Olive Crest Announces New Executive Director in Nevada
Olive Crest Nevada Promotes Foster Parent Recruitment for Foster Care Awareness Month
May is Foster Care Month and Olive Crest in Nevada wants to invite the Southern Nevada community to learn more about the need for qualified foster parents to provide a safe, stable and loving home for children who are unable to live with their biological parents due to allegations of abuse or neglect. The time length of fostering a child can range from emergency placement to … [Read more...] about Olive Crest Nevada Promotes Foster Parent Recruitment for Foster Care Awareness Month
Industry Focus: Non-Profit
Non-profits in Nevada are facing a myriad of challenges from finding qualified staff and volunteers to changes to the federal tax code. Recently, executives for Nevada non-profits met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss these and other issues facing their industry. Connie Brennan, publisher and CEO of Nevada Business Magazine, served as moderator for … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Non-Profit
Nevada State Bank Partners with Olive Crest and the Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority to Provide Free Financial Education
LAS VEGAS – As part of Nevada State Bank’s commitment to provide financial education to the communities it serves, the bank recently partnered with both Olive Crest and the Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority (SNRHA) to provide financial training for local teens and adults. Nevada State Bank’s volunteers will work with Olive Crest to teach students between the ages of … [Read more...] about Nevada State Bank Partners with Olive Crest and the Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority to Provide Free Financial Education
Dickson Realty Awarded Revitalization Award
Dickson Realty Awarded Revitalization Award from Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce Dickson Realty has been awarded the 2014 large company Revitalization Award from the Truckee Donner Chamber of Commerce in honor of its new 7,048 square foot office building in Truckee. The award recognizes new construction and/or renovation projects that help make Truckee more visually … [Read more...] about Dickson Realty Awarded Revitalization Award
Nevada Real Estate & Development Report: December 2013
Projects Las Vegas, 89110 Government CORE Construction began building Fire Station 108 in conjunction with National Fire Prevention Week in October 2013. The project was initially placed on hold due to economic conditions in 2009. Construction is projected for completion on August 21, 2014. The $6.7 million project will improve emergency response time in its area, as well … [Read more...] about Nevada Real Estate & Development Report: December 2013
Nevada Real Estate & Development Report: November 2013
Projects Las Vegas, 89109 Tutor Perini Building Corp. has begun construction on the third phase of the Marriott’s Grand Chateau, the first vertical construction to occur on the Las Vegas Strip since 2008. Construction is projected for completion mid-2014, and will add 233 tower villas for a total of 643 units at the timeshare resort. The tower villas range from one- to … [Read more...] about Nevada Real Estate & Development Report: November 2013