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Congressional Delegation Explores Issues on Vulnerable Children, Orphans

 Scott Collins
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ADDIS ABBABA, Ethiopia – A U.S. Congressional Delegation hosted by Sen. Mary Landrieu of Louisiana visited the United Kingdom and Ethiopia Aug. 31-Sept. 4 exploring issues related to vulnerable children and orphans and seeking to increase the dialogue between governments and private organizations serving children. The trip also sought to [...]

Buckner Seeks Adoptive Families for Russian Boys

Analiz G. Schremmer
Buckner International
DALLAS – Buckner International is seeking adoptive families for eight Russian boys.
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A Legacy of Love

Jenny Pope
Buckner International
BEAUMONT, Texas – Diverna Abatte learned everything from her mom.
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Making a Difference

Dallas company shuts its doors, serves Buckner seniors for a day
By Amy Stone
Buckner International
DALLAS — The Buckner Retirement Village was filled with helping hands June 11 when Convergint Technologies’ staff and families revamped the campus for their annual service day.
Convergint Technologies, a company that designs, installs, and services building systems, put their knowledge and expertise [...]

Student Finds Calling through ExxonMobil Internship

 
By Amy Stone
Buckner International
DALLAS — For the third year, Buckner International received a grant from the ExxonMobil Foundation to hire an intern through the company’s Community Summer Jobs Program (CSJP).
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Sewell Golf Tournament to Benefit Dallas Children and Families

DALLAS – More than 220 people are expected to participate in the Sewell Golf Classic Sept. 20 at Bent Tree Country Club, located at 5201 Westgrove Dr., benefiting vulnerable children and families served by Buckner International.
The full-day tournament has a morning and afternoon round, with tee times beginning at 8 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
The Sewell [...]