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Albert L. Reyes
Feb 22, 20212 min read
Living on Fault Lines
Just when we thought we were moving toward a “new normal” at the outset of 2021, a once-in-a-generation snowstorm blew into Texas, our...


Albert L. Reyes
Feb 15, 20212 min read
The Worst of Times
I recently recorded a video message for donors, staff, volunteers, and friends of Buckner International and stared it off by quoting...


Albert L. Reyes
Feb 10, 20212 min read
In Search of My Story
Over the last 10 years, I've spent time piecing together the details of my life story. I have been on a journey to answer questions about...

Albert L. Reyes
Feb 8, 20211 min read
Do nonprofit leaders need more than passion and vision?
The short answer is yes. While passion and vision are critical to leading a successful nonprofit organization, these cannot be the only...

Albert L. Reyes
Jan 12, 20211 min read
12 Ways to Keep Nonprofit Board Members Engaged
I know firsthand how integral board members are to leading a nonprofit like Buckner International. They help steer an organization in the...


Albert L. Reyes
Jan 7, 20211 min read
Calling for National Unity
In light of events in our nation on January 6, 2021, I am calling on our Buckner family to join me in praying for unity among all...


Albert L. Reyes
Jan 4, 20211 min read
Hispanic Executive Feature
Recently I had the honor of being featured in "Hispanic Executive," a publication that features Latino business leaders. It was a joy to...


Albert L. Reyes
Dec 16, 20201 min read
9 Ways Nonprofits Can Better Reach Prospective Sponsors
The livelihood of a nonprofit organization relies on relationships with individuals, groups, and other organizations. Just like a...


Albert L. Reyes
Dec 10, 20201 min read
Leading a Nonprofit in a Strategic Financial Direction During Uncertain Times
There are so many areas of business that have been negatively impacted by the pandemic of 2020. When businesses are affected, people are...


Albert L. Reyes
Dec 2, 20201 min read
The ROI of Writing a Book
With two books written and a third started, I find myself going on this creative journey again. It's become much more than a creative...


Albert L. Reyes
Nov 16, 20201 min read
Forbes Nonprofit Council on How Consumerization Impacts Nonprofit Organizations
I enjoy serving on the Forbes Nonprofit Council. It's a great forum to contribute and share ideas with other nonprofit leaders. We are...


Albert L. Reyes
Oct 18, 20201 min read
Buckner's history and what it means to racial equality
Many of you may know about Buckner's long history of serving vulnerable children, families and seniors. In fact, Buckner has been in...


Albert L. Reyes
Oct 16, 20201 min read
Buckner International's Updated Mission Statement
Buckner's board or trustees approved an updated mission statement for our organization earlier this year. It's short. It's simple. And...


Albert L. Reyes
Oct 14, 20201 min read
Buckner Shines Hope During the 2020 Pandemic
While the pandemic has affected nonprofits and most businesses globally, Buckner International has remained agile and adapted to continue...


Albert L. Reyes
Oct 13, 20201 min read
Justice Looks Like the Kingdom of God
This year has made us all reflect on justice and what it means given the events happening in our country. I reflected back on research...


Albert L. Reyes
Aug 28, 20201 min read
The Power of Healing through Faith and Love - a Dallas Morning News Op-Ed
Today my op-ed, titled "As we grapple with COVID-19, let's remember that faith and love are vital components of healing," was published...


Albert L. Reyes
Jul 28, 20201 min read
Buckner CEO Albert L. Reyes to Serve Five-Year Term as Vice President of Baptist World Alliance
It is my great honor to have been installed as the North American Vice President of Baptist World Alliance (BWA) during the first-ever...


Albert L. Reyes
Jul 24, 20201 min read
"Esperanza Hoy"
I am excited to announce that my second book, "Hope Now," has been translated into a Spanish version entitled "Esperanza Hoy." Buckner...


Albert L. Reyes
Jul 7, 20201 min read
Forbes Article on Crafting Public Nonprofit Statements
This year is my 10th serving as president and CEO of Buckner International, a global nonprofit headquartered in Dallas, Texas. In all my...


Albert L. Reyes
Jun 19, 20202 min read
Today is Juneteenth
Today is Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day or Jubilee Day. It marks the day in 1865 when Union Gen. Gordon Granger arrived in...
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