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Former Buckner Philanthropist of the Year Passes Away
Nancy Blackburn Hamon, widow of the late Texas oilman Jake Hamon, died Saturday at home in the penthouse where she lived. She was 92.She was named Buckner...
Longview Police Department Play Nice Guys at Buckner Feeding Program
By Diamond RichardsonBuckner InternationalLONGVIEW, Texas— Children in Longview had the opportunity to interact with police officers in a positive way during Buckner’s Summer Food Service Program at...
Buckner Celebrates 10 Years in Kenya
By Scott CollinsBuckner InternationalA delegation of volunteers led by President Albert Reyes joined staff and dignitaries from across Kenya to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Buckner International’s...
Hall Announces Retirement; Albert Reyes Named CEO
AUSTIN, Texas – Ken Hall, chief executive officer of Buckner International since 1994, announced his retirement from the Dallas-based organization during a July 22 meeting of the...
Feeding the Hungry in Peru
For the poorest men, women and children around the world, life is one continual crisis—a daily struggle for survival. Many of these desperate people lack even the...
Buckner Assists with Tornado Relief in Joplin
On June 3, Buckner sent a shipment of disaster relief aid to Convoy of Hope’s warehouse in Springfield, Missouri for distribution to tornado victims in Joplin. (more…)
Buckner Feels Pressure as Needs Increase
Helping the poorest people in the communities we serve has become a greater challenge than ever as resources are stretched to meet needs.As the U.S. economy continues...
Mother Finds Help for Body and Soul
Recently, a distraught mother walked into the Buckner Mission Center in Longview. As a staff member named Noemy helped her select clothes for her five children, she...
Fitness Instructor Provides Tools for a Fit Body and Mind
By Diamond RichardsonBuckner InternationalDALLAS – Marsha Taplett leans in on a hot June day as a room filled with young girl eyes lock with hers. “Can everyone...
Buckner Beaumont Beautified By Keller Williams Realty
By Lauren Hollon SturdyBuckner InternationalBEAUMONT—Buckner Children’s Village in Beaumont got a major facelift May 12 thanks to Keller Williams Realty Company’s “RED Day” service project. (more…)