Special Events Chevron Phillips Charity Golf Tournament 2006, Friday, September 29 Employees from Chevron Phillips Chemical Company presented a check to Buckner Children and Family Services for $127,400 raised at its 2006 charity golf tournament. The tournament is organized by Chevron Phillips Chemical's Orange and Port Arthur plant employees, along with assistance from Buckner volunteers and numerous community supporters. Plans are already underway for the 2007 event, set for Friday, September 28th. Join us for a great day of food, fun, and golf! All proceeds benefit the children and families served by Buckner. Teams sell fast! Limited Sponsorships available - It's not too early to reserve your spot by calling us at (409) 866-0976. 16th Annual Buckner Toy Run, December 2, 2006 Year after year, our children anxiously anticipate the spectacular Toy Run parade of motorcycles, 'vettes, and 4x4's! This event is made possible by Trinity Travelers Chapter of the Christian Motorcyclists Association, VTS, Tri-City Corvette Club, Half Fast Riders, Southern Hi-Rollers 4x4 Club of Houston, Cowboy-Harley Davidson, Cowboy Honda Red Riders. Other supporters include Total Petrochemicals USA, Inc, Gold Crest Electric Company, Inc., American Legion Riders, Ron Carter Ford in Alvin, Tx, Gammill Pneumatics, Inc, Gainer, Donnelly & Desroches, LLP, Courville's Special Events Catering & Rentals, Richard Courville, Charles Allen, Calder Pig Stand, Beaumont Fire Department, and Signs First. Bear the Burden, Year-round collection with April distribution Buckner "Bear the Burden" Campaign, April 1-30: Buckner Children’s Village in Beaumont is the designated drop-off location for new stuffed animals to be distributed to the abused and neglected children of Southeast Texas. Collections can be received throughout the year. Please let us know if you can help by calling (409) 866-0976. Back-to-School Drive, July-Aug Community help needed to meet Back-to-School needs for over 100 Buckner children. Shoes for Orphan Souls, Year-round with distribution in September SOS continues to be a successful shoe drive in Southeast Texas! The mission field is great. There are millions of children living in orphanages around the world and one of the greatest and most immediate needs is a pair of socks and shoes. Your gift will help fulfill this need and allow Buckner volunteers to personally minister to the children receiving them. Collections can be received throughout the year. Holidays They are a difficult time of year for some of our kids who are separated from their families, but your thoughtfulness helps make the season a little brighter. • Perhaps you would like to help fill our pantry • Provide food for Thanksgiving or Christmas for a needy Southeast Texas family served by Buckner. • Provide a "Giving Tree" at your business or organization. We’ll provide you with a child’s Christmas wish list where a gift can be purchased just for them for a child’s wish list Call us at 866-0976 for more information. Click here for more information about how you can get involved with our Special Events or Become A Volunteer