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Hope during a pandemic
When COVID-19 required everyone to shelter-in-place, Buckner International did not abandon those we serve. From home offices around the state, staff found innovative ways to minister and...
Kneeling in prayer
Editors note: Buckner President and CEO Albert Reyes wrote this post reflecting on current events. He reminds readers of a biblical duty to not only speak against...
Buckner receives $15K pandemic response grant from Wells Fargo
Buckner is the recipient of a $15,000 unrestricted grant from the Wells Fargo Foundation to support its work in the Rio Grande Valley during the COVID-19 pandemic. The...
6 ways to (emotionally) make it through the pandemic
Editors note: An abridged version of the following article written by Dr. Amy Curtis, director of counseling for Buckner International, was originally published by DFWChild.com. Everyone reacts differently...
The importance of community
The day started much like any other day. I was working my way through the list of new generous donors, sending thank-you notes and leaving voicemails to...
Help during the crisis: Tips for relieving stress
The coronavirus pandemic has undoubtly created some stress for a lot of famlies that may have lost their jobs or learning how to cope with new social...
Changing the method, keeping the service
On April 3, the national unemployment rate reached 12.5% as a result of business closures due to COVID-19, according to the New York Times. Most school districts...
Buckner programs serving families all over the world during COVID-19
The coronavirus has impacted nearly every continent across the globe and to minimize the effect of COVID-19, millions are sheltering in place. Social distancing and staying indoors...
Hope is here!
Things may look a little bleak right about now. As most of us are practicing social distancing and sheltering in place, we may all be experiencing a...
Buckner Center for Humanitarian Aid distributes aid to families in need during the coronavirus crisis
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...