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Donation drive underway with ONB for veterans in need in Evansville

EVANSVILLE — Volunteers of America Ohio and Indiana has partnered with the Old National Bank's Military Veteran Impact Network to host a donation drive for veterans in need in Evansville. It's part of Military Appreciation Month in May, according to a news release. "Donated items will go to Volunteers of America Ohio and Indiana programs where veterans have the space to recover, heal, and rebuild their lives," the announcement states. Volunteers of America Ohio & Indiana's website illuminates the issues at play. "Veterans often face many challenges when they return from service, like unemployment, poor mental health, physical injuries, and the need for safe, secure housing. If these difficulties go unaddressed, they can lead to homelessness," the site states. Brian Bohrnstedt, a senior financial officer with Old National Bank, explained the bank's motivation. "Homelessness is a huge issue amongst the veteran population, and I have a hard time accepting that," Bohrnstedt said. "It's important to address the underlying issues that lead to things like homelessness and that's why we're excited to partner with Volunteers of America for this donation drive." Through the end of May, community members can visit any of 10 Old National Bank locations throughout Evansville and surrounding areas to donate new, unused donations such as new hygiene items, including underwear, socks, hairbrushes, toothbrushes and pillows. Participants can also purchase items through an online wishlist. The ONB bank branches are: 2121 W. Franklin St., Evansville 4500 Washington Ave., Evansville 3888 First Ave., Evansville 544 E. Boonville-New Harmony Road, Evansville 5124 Pearl Drive, Evansville 3535 N. Green River Road, Evansville 835 N. Burkhardt Road, Evansville 402 Main St., Mount Vernon, Indiana 224 W. Main St., Boonville, Indiana 8577 Ruffian Lane, Newburgh, Indiana This article originally appeared on Evansville Courier & Press: Donation drive underway with ONB for veterans in need in Evansville