WHO WE ARE

To unite people to make a positive impact in Irvine by creating purposeful events and citywide service initiatives.

We partner with our churches, businesses, city leadership, and nonprofits to help resolve the city’s spiritual, practical, and relational challenges.

OUR MISSION

OUR VISION

Everyone in community.

Love - The core of everything we stand for (1 Corinthians 13).

Humility - The key to our vision being effective (Philippians 2:3).

Collaboration - A key aspect to what we do (Philippians 2:2).

Unity - The key to our mission being effective (John 17:23).

Relationship - It’s embedded into everything we do (Matthew 22:37-39).

OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES

MEET THE TEAM

PRESIDENT

Curtis Drever, President of Love Irvine and one of its founders, is responsible for setting the course and casting vision for the organization, and building a top-notch team. Curtis loves using his God-given passion to encourage and serve others and finds great joy in creating events and opportunities where people can feel more connected to each other and to their community.

Previous to leading Love Irvine, Curtis was the Director of Global Missions and Local Outreach for Shepherd’s Grove Presbyterian Church where he created cross-cultural opportunities for people to get more involved in serving (volunteering) both internationally and locally.

And before that, with a degree in Electrical Engineering from University of the Pacific, Curtis spent over 25 years in High-Tech working in various Sales and Business Development roles at large companies like HP, then transitioning to launching and/or growing small companies and start-ups where he could better utilize his entrepreneurial gifting.

Curtis and his wife Michelle have been married for 39 years, and have two adult sons. They made a commitment early in their marriage to always try and serve (volunteer) and give back. They enjoy inviting people to their home to share a great meal and create space to really get to know people. They love to travel, especially to exotic places where they can hike and explore, and enjoy great cuisine.

PROJECT MANAGER

As an avid learner, committed connector, and communications thought leader, Chelsea is dedicated to helping others discover and share their most important stories that fuel their mission forward and form lasting connections within the communities they serve.

Over the years, Chelsea has supported organizations like the National Diabetes Association, Thomas House Family Shelter, City Net Homeless Services, We Global Studios (a female entrepreneur incubator), and more.

In addition to Love Irvine, she serves as the Director of Community Engagement for Giving Children Hope. Chelsea holds a B.A. in Communications Studies from Vanguard University and earned a Master’s in Social Work from the Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work at the University of Southern California. She recently earned her MBA at Pepperdine’s Graziadio Business with a concentration in social entrepreneurship, which she seeks to utilize to equip and empower community leaders and non-profits to create positive and lasting change in the world.

BOARD MEMBER

Molly Chang has 40 years of teaching experience in public and Christian schools. Besides teaching school students, in the past 20+ summers, Molly also provided teacher’s training workshops on Western Methodology and English Conversation in China. For the past two years, Molly served and coordinated projects for the Love Irvine Serve Day. As Irvine residents for over 20 years, Molly and her husband desire to connect with neighbors and create a homey community.

John Smith

Curtis Drever, President of Love Irvine and one of its founders, is responsible for setting the course and casting vision for the organization, and building a top-notch team. Curtis loves using his God-given passion to encourage and serve others and finds great joy in creating events and opportunities where people can feel more connected to each other and to their community. Previous to leading Love Irvine, Curtis was the Director of Global Missions and Local Outreach for Shepherd’s Grove Presbyterian Church where he created cross-cultural opportunities for people to get more involved in serving (volunteering) both internationally and locally. And before that, with a degree in Electrical Engineering from University of the Pacific, Curtis spent over 25 years in High-Tech working in various Sales and Business Development roles at large companies like HP, then transitioning to launching and/or growing small companies and start-ups where he could better utilize his entrepreneurial gifting. Curtis and his wife Michelle have been married for 39 years, and have two adult sons. They made a commitment early in their marriage to always try and serve (volunteer) and give back. They enjoy inviting people to their home to share a great meal and create space to really get to know people. They love to travel, especially to exotic places where they can hike and explore, and enjoy great cuisine.

MARKETING

After graduating from Biola University with a degree in Business, a focus on Marketing Management, and a minor in Biblical and Theological Studies, Maddie has successfully launched her career in strategic communications, digital marketing, and social media management. She embraces new challenges to foster personal and professional growth, having demonstrated effective collaboration with diverse individuals and a strong aptitude for leadership. Maddie takes pride in her exceptional brand representation, communication skills, and creative abilities.

For the last seven years, Maddie has been employed part-time at Disneyland, where she has consistently performed well in various roles. In September 2022, Maddie founded her own Marketing Agency (Maddie Smiley Creative), specializing in strategic marketing and creative content for small businesses. Her primary objective is to introduce her clients to the wonders of marketing, diligently working to help them achieve their marketing goals and witness tangible results. Maddie has collaborated with a range of small businesses, including restaurants, hairdressers, and photographers.

In her free time, she nurtures her heart for animals by spending time providing enrichment for her rescue pets and volunteering with local rescue cats and kittens.

BOARD MEMBER

I believe in the importance of community because life is tough, and no one should ever, “go it alone.” That is why I lead a men’s group every Tuesday night that hosts between 20-30 men. More importantly, life is so much better when we do it together! What are dreams, if not the realization of our best selves while engaging our community?

I truly live this principle and even graduated in the top five percent of my class while working full-time achieving a Bachelor of Arts in Christian ministry. In my real estate career my impact on the Irvine community is second only to our doctors, teachers and police force.

As an Irvine native who graduated from Northwood High School, I truly love our city. Let’s go Love Irvine!