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Hearts that help
It was an unusual cold winter in Peñitas, Texas. Marcela Alanis' two sons, ages 3 and 6, needed showers, so she bundled them up in blankets, stepped...

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Celebrate freedom!
Today is Independence Day, the day we celebrate freedom in this nation. How are you celebrating? ...

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How we can head off the next child-separation tragedy before it unfolds
In this The Dallas Morning News contributing article, Buckner President and CEO Dr. Albert Reyes shares insight on the adverse effects of separating...

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An unconventional home build
This summer in Peñitas, Texas, several church groups have joined together to build a new home through Buckner Domestic Missions for a family who...

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Statement about separated immigrant children and families at the border
Buckner has received numerous inquiries from supporters, volunteers, churches, sister organizations, media outlets, and strategic alliance partners...

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Matching grant provides opportunity to 'Shine This Summer'
As you know, summer can be a challenging time for ministries like Buckner International as supporters go off on much-needed vacations. However, many...

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Friday photo: Happy graduation
All over the state, families in Buckner programs are celebrating graduations, including these three foster children from the Rio Grande Valley, who...

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National Foster Care Month: You've taken the journey, now take action
Thank you for learning more during National Foster Care Month about the need for foster parents throughout Texas, the needs of children in the foster...

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Foster care: The faith to foster
We’ve heard the stories. We know that being a foster parent can break your heart — and probably more than once. It’s about caring for children...

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New resource: Learn from the experts
We are thrilled to introduce you to our newest Buckner resource: a podcast library. ...

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