Buckner Longview

05/31/2026

In Texas, more than 1,000 youth age out of foster care each year.

When youth age out of the foster care system between 18 to 23 years old, they are vulnerable to addiction, human trafficking and homelessness. With little support, former foster youth are left to navigate from adolescence to adulthood on their own.

For National Youth Aging Out Day, you can help by fostering or adopting a teen through Waiting Texas Children and providing mentorship for youth who may not have a positive person in their life.

To learn more, sign up for one of our virtual information meetings.

https://na2.hubs.ly/H059Dd70

05/26/2026

Join us for an evening of conversation with current foster and adoptive parents to learn how you can get involved. This FREE event focuses on educating the community on the ins and outs and ups and downs of becoming a foster or adoptive family.

Thursday, June 4 | 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Joe Pine Coffee Co. (207 North Washington Ave)

Register today:

05/25/2026

Dads, you don’t have to figure fatherhood out alone. Starting Saturday, June 6, Buckner is launching a Virtual Dad Group designed to help fathers grow, connect, and lead their families well. Over the course of this group, you’ll:

• Have real conversations with other dads
• Build stronger relationships with your kids
• Gain practical tools for everyday fatherhood
• Grow in confidence as a leader in your home

Starts: Saturday, June 6 at 6 a.m.
Meets virtually via Zoom
Register today and invite another dad to join you!

Link to register: https://na2.hubs.ly/H05J30d0

05/14/2026

Join us on May 18 for an empowering workshop on creating a Mindset Shift by identifying strengths, overcoming barriers, and aligning beliefs.

This free session is hosted by our Family Hope Center and registration is required: https://na2.hubs.ly/H05rh_v0

05/13/2026

05/12/2026

These students have completed all four levels of our ESL program at the Buckner Family Hope Center. Congratulations on this amazing achievement! May this graduation be the beginning of even bigger successes, new adventures, and endless possibilities.

05/11/2026

What began as a family of three has beautifully grown into a family of six. The Nemati family fostered a little sister for about a year and a half before her twin brothers joined the family. Nine months later, they became an official party of 6. These children stayed together, side by side, just as siblings are meant to be. And in the process, a family gained more laughter, more energy, more love, and a whole new rhythm that only comes from growing together.

This is what adoption can look like... keeping connections intact, creating belonging, and turning "what if" into "we did."

05/06/2026

Buckner will be hosting a free summer camp for children who have completed 1st to 6th grade. This camp will focus on character trait development while engaging children in recreational games. The camp will be offered in Kilgore, Hallsville, and Spring Hill.

Register at: https://na2.hubs.ly/H05j6-70

05/01/2026

Foster care is kingdom work. The late hours, the unknown, the procedures. We know how hard our foster families work to create a safe and loving environment for all kids. That’s why we commit to walking alongside families through counseling, resources, training, finances, prayer, and more, often going above and beyond what is required.

In 2025, there were over 1,000 children in foster care in Longview. There is still a great need for foster families. May is National Foster Care Month and a great time to consider opening your home to a child.

If you want to learn more, we encourage you to join our free virtual information meeting. You can learn more about Buckner and foster care as well as ask questions. Will you join us?

Visit https://na2.hubs.ly/H059FJn0 to learn more.

04/30/2026

We are so grateful to collaborate with local organizations through the Family Bridge Coalition. Go Blue Family night saw over 200 people spend a family night out enjoying games and snacks while learning about community resources! A special thank you to ARCO balloon and captain Bailey for coming out and letting the kids experience what it’s like to be in a hot air balloon basket.