Special Olympics Texas

Buckner Children and Family Services, based in Dallas, is a global ministry servicing children. It is a multiservice agency offering programs and services for the restoration and healing of individuals and families. It adheres to Christian principles in carrying out its services. Established in 1879, its services include providing a global humanitarian aid program, volunteer missions opportunities, and community enrichment and prevention programs. It also offers an international network of residential, foster care and transitional housing services, domestic and international adoption, and support programs for children living in orphanages worldwide. Buckner Children and Family Services is located in Lubbock, Texas, and is operated by the Buckner International.

The Children's Home of Lubbock, founded in 1954, is an outreach ministry of the Broadway Church of Christ. It offers a range of services for children and their families, including adoption, assessment and emergency shelter care, education, basic and therapeutic care, recreational activities, a family care program, foster care and spiritual guidance. The center also provides support for foster care families and boys placed at the Texas Boys Ranch. Its educational program provides education enrichment classes and activities for its students throughout the year. The center offers instruction in art, music, swimming and drama. Additionally, the agency plans and supervises several campus events, such as play days, campus picnics and special entertainment activities. It is accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Services for Families and Children and is located in Lubbock, Texas.