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Pouring out love
“‘For the mountains may depart and the hills be removed, but my steadfast love shall not depart from you, and my covenant of peace shall not be...
Working through a crisis in love
The season of Advent is the time of celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ and his impact on the world. We celebrate the peace and hope he...
We’re thankful for you!
Thanksgiving Day – it’s a day full of family, fun and food. But even more so, it’s a time of reflection and remembrance. While this Thanksgiving may...
Dallas Mavericks deliver turkeys to families in Dallas
Thanksgiving is approaching and Buckner International is helping families with their holiday preparations by distributing Thanksgiving meals for those participating in Buckner programs. 2020 has been a...
Shining hope during a pandemic
There is no playbook for handling the pandemic, but we're working with you to adapt and provide innovative ways to fulfill our mission and shine hope. "We've all...
Leading with hope: Buckner president shares stories of perseverance and hope during COVID-19
Buckner President and CEO Albert Reyes shares an update on how Buckner staff are pulling together, both domestically and internationally, to serve children and families despite being...
Why should I volunteer?
Since 1879, Buckner has been serving vulnerable children, families and seniors but life transformation would not be possible without the help of our faithful volunteers. As a...
Senior adults use extra time during the pandemic to make stockings for those serving in the military
Christmas may be less than four months away, but that is not stopping residents at Buckner Villas in Austin, Texas, from bringing some holiday cheer to American...
Volunteering is ‘simply a part of life’
Nelda Turner proves there is a place for everyone to volunteer and use their unique skills to meet the needs of vulnerable children and families. For nearly 20 years,...
Serving doesn’t come with an age requirement
Grace Community Church, in Beaumont, Texas, believes serving begins at any age, and they put those words to action each month. “My wife and I have this mentality of...