Foster Care and Adoption

How do you respond to the impossible?
Buckner finds innovative ways to serve, proving that ministry is not impossible during the pandemic.
How do you respond in the face of adversity?
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Michael McDowell, an adopted dad’s path to Daytona 500 victory
Faith and determination gave NASCAR driver courage to win
During National Adoption Month in 2019, Buckner had the opportunity to take some families to Texas Motor Speedway to meet driver Michael McDowell of...
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Celebrating Valentine’s Day with your children
5 activities to show love to your family
Oftentimes, Valentine’s Day is associated with couples. But the love you have for your family and friends should be celebrated as well. Whether you...
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Texas foster children will receive new clothing from Beaumont Foundation donation
The Beaumont Foundation of America gifted $54,150 to Buckner Children and Family Services, half of its pledged $108,300 donation for the year. The...
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Changing lives through foster care
Becoming foster parents will change you and those you foster
This blog was written by Dustin Hahn, from Midland, Texas, describing his family’s experience fostering children who were reunited with their...
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2020: It was the best of times and it was the worst of times
A video update from Buckner President Albert Reyes
"It was the best of times. It was the worst of times." I remember hearing those words from Charles Dickens when I was in school. It sounded confusing...
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Available now: The new Buckner app
Stay connected with Buckner at home or on the go
The New Year always offers the hope of something different, something new, something good.
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New Year, new surprises
It’s the New Year and we’re just as excited as you are. The New Year always offers the hope of something different, something new, something...
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Creating the full home they always dreamed
One couple welcomes sibling group of three with open arms
When Veronica Esquivel left home at 15, it shaped her in many ways. One of the biggest desires it placed in her heart was to help other children in...
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A giant wooden cross makes a lasting impression
Man who grew up at the Buckner Rio Grande Children's Home finds a piece of his childhood
“I wonder whatever happened to that wood cross,” mused Alan to his visiting children and grandchildren.
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