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Courts, Buckner use technology to make one girl’s adoption possible
April 3, 2020
In the wake of current social distancing measures, connecting digitally has become a priority for many. Today, technology helped complete a forever family when the Smiths met...
Family Pathways: Community in a time of crisis
March 31, 2020
With the growing threat of the coronavirus, many in the health care industry are facing extreme hours, exhaustion and coming face-to-face with the reality of the pandemic....
Social distancing during COVID-19: Buckner expands counseling services to offer digital help
March 27, 2020
During a time of uncertainty and isolation, Buckner counseling leaders are providing resources available to support mental health. Dr. Amy Curtis, Buckner director of counseling, is creating...
Buckner Center for Humanitarian Aid distributes aid to families in need during the coronavirus crisis
March 26, 2020
Supporting families impacted by the coronavirus isn’t slowing down at the Buckner Center for Humanitarian Aid. This week, volunteers began distributing food and hygiene supplies – complete...
Buckner Family Pathways gave single mom safety and security to succeed
February 27, 2020
College was never considered an option for Rhonda Lee. She aged out of foster care and had to fend for herself. College, she thought, was only for...
Buckner Family Hope Center brings new independence and hope to widow
February 19, 2020
Maria Peña offers her cookies timidly but proudly. The cookies are more than just cookies - represent new beginnings, hope and healing. The road she has walked has...
When a single mom chooses faith over fear
February 18, 2020
Taking a leap of faith – twice – changed Allencia Washington’s life. Originally from Houston and struggling to juggle school, work and raising her 3-year-old daughter Kimber,...
Single mom finds hope and transformation at Buckner Family Pathways
February 6, 2020
Jumping from hotel rooms to friends’ couches, Amber Flores and her two children were living without hope or purpose. Amber was at her wit’s end – then she...
Brinks helps vulnerable children and families through Buckner
January 28, 2020
More and more, businesses are seeing the value in incorporating giving and volunteer opportunities into their employee programs. There are so many unique ways to align with...
Wells Fargo builds homes and families in the Rio Grande Valley
January 23, 2020
More and more, businesses are seeing the value in incorporating giving and volunteer opportunities into their employee programs. There are so many unique ways to align with...