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Finding community where faith and finances intersect
Some people like to talk about their faith, while some like to talk about finances. But for some, talking about either of these things can be challenging...
Buckner named 2022 ‘Great Place to Work’
Buckner International has been certified as a Great Place to Work by the Great Place to Work Institute and its senior care partner, Activated Insights. Buckner International,...
A hand up during life’s lows
Jasmin Herrera grew up with big ambitions. Seeing the generations before her pave the way instilled a determination in her. When she became pregnant in college, Jasmin...
Stand firm
When I think of standing firm, I think about refusing to change a decision or position. I think about the military meaning of standing one’s ground, holding...
Texas goes blue in support of Child Abuse Prevention Month
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. In 2021, 1,809 children died in the United States from child abuse and neglect. In Texas, 199 children died from child...
Stronger together
Our annual event celebrating the work of our Buckner team members is always a highlight of the year for me. The Gathering, which we celebrated April 7,...
High school best friends volunteer together to make a difference
Best friends since sixth grade, Thanh Phan and Derria Money were determined to find a way to continue to have fun together when they began attending separate...
It’s National Volunteer Month
April is National Volunteer Month, and at Buckner International, we appreciate all our volunteers around the world. From packing and distributing shoes to vulnerable children to teaching...
Are you willing to share a part of your life?
Every Sunday afternoon we open our home to anyone who wants to come and celebrate Sabbath with us. It’s a time to share a meal, have communion...
Returning starfish to the ocean
Most of us have heard of the starfish story. An old man is walking along the beach and sees a boy throwing starfish on the sand back...