Buckner International

Since 1999, Buckner Shoes for Orphan Souls® has been shining hope in the United States and internationally by distributing shoes and socks to children who need them most. Watch the video below to learn more about this ministry of Buckner International and how you can get involved.

Camp Buckner provides plenty of space for children and families to explore and try some of our fun activities. Camp is also a wonderful rustic venue for church or youth groups, corporate meetings and events, and more. Visit https://hubs.la/Q02LMgzh0 to learn more about Camp Buckner.

On August 8, the Buckner Rio Grande Children’s Home hosted the Fatherhood Summit 2024, a powerful event organized by the Buckner Family Hope Center® at Peñitas and the Family and Youth Success (FAYS) program. Visit https://hubs.la/Q02L1n5d0 to read more about the event and how the program is empowering fathers.

"Through events across Texas, Buckner programs provide vulnerable children and families with essential supplies like backpacks, school materials and shoes. The events also help families access essential community resources they may require in the coming year." Visit https://hubs.la/Q02LJC6_0 to learn more about Buckner back-to-school events and how they benefit their surrounding communities.

Celebrating National Senior Citizen's Day.

“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’” -Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Buckner International is proud to celebrate World Humanitarian Day alongside all our selfless collaborators.

Buckner is an international ministry that protects vulnerable children, strengthens families, transforms lives for generations and serves senior adults through Christ-centered values. Visit https://hubs.la/Q02LC7pt0 to learn about Buckner's programs and how you can get involved.

"God is not distant or indifferent to our troubles; he is ever-present. His presence offers us a refuge—a safe place where we can find peace and renewal. When we feel weak or burdened, we can turn to him, knowing he is always ready to strengthen us." Visit https://hubs.la/Q02K3dmY0 to read more about how to rely on God's strength through the busyness of life.

Buckner Family Pathways provides single-parent families the opportunity to live in a safe, secure environment while completing their educational or vocational goals and learning the skills they need to be self-sufficient. Families are provided support through access to affordable housing, financial assistance, counseling, spiritual growth and case management services. Visit https://hubs.la/Q02KdWxx0 to learn more about how Buckner Family Pathways empowers parents and impacts families.

"Feeding ministries at the Family Hope Centers are an important part of the work Buckner Mexico is doing. The free meals provided at our centers are sometimes the only meal a child gets that day." Visit https://hubs.la/Q02JFTCq0 to learn more about how Buckner Mexico is uplifting and empowering the vibrant and resilient communities around them.