Buckner Family Hope Center®
Empathy – a superpower all children can develop
How can parents help their child learn empathy?
Meet Ellie. Her superpower is empathy.
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State Senator Hinojosa attends Buckner Family Hope Center™ Pantry Dedication
The pantry will offer a variety of free household goods in demand throughout the Peñitas community
A dedication for the new pantry at the Buckner Family Hope Center™ at Peñitas was attended by State Senator Juan "Chuy" Hinojosa, who represents...
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Houston Astros baseball camp gives students new experiences
Kids in the Buckner Family Hope Center™ programs learn the fundamentals of baseball
Last month, 20 children from both the Buckner Family Hope Center™ locations in Houston had the opportunity to attend baseball camp with the Houston...
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Creative ways to celebrate the Fourth of July
Whether you want to be out in the sun or stay inside, these activities are good for kids of all ages
The Fourth of July is quintessentially the perfect summer holiday, usually spent outdoors grilling hamburgers and hot dogs with neighbors and friends...
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Oreos with officers
Children have a conversation with Dallas police officers
Have you ever wished you could ask your local police officer all the odd questions that pop in your mind? Kids at the Buckner Family Hope Center™...
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Malleable – a superpower all children possess
Are children more malleable than adults?
Meet Mateo. His superpower is being malleable.
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5 tips to increase self-care during summer
How many tips can you work into your summer schedule?
We’re just a few days from the official start of summer, and I’m excited it’s here again. Of course, since Buckner is based in Texas, we...
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Being a father like Christ
John and Bri Thomas have fostered and adopted children through Buckner International and consider it their calling. John reflects on what it means to...
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Joining forces to support vulnerable children
Senior adults join shoe drive to benefit local children
Last week, Buckner Westminster Place hosted a party to celebrate their contributions to the local Buckner Shoes for Orphan Souls® shoe drive. The...
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Kids are superheroes
Overcoming adversity and realizing potential strength
What do children and superheroes have in common? Superheroes were once children who overcame adverse childhood experiences (ACE).
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