bankHometown Launches May Drive to Support Local Veteran Organizations
bankHometown is proud to announce their 3rd annual community-wide drive in support of two local veterans’ organizations, starting Thursday, May 1 at all bankHometown locations.
Throughout the month, the bank’s Massachusetts branches will be collecting clothing donations to support Veterans Inc. and their annual Stand Down event, which provides essential services to veterans in need. This year’s Stand Down will be held on Friday, June 13 in Worcester, MA from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Clothing donations will be accepted until Saturday, May 31 at Massachusetts offices.
In addition, bankHometown will be collecting non-perishable canned goods in its Connecticut branches to benefit Veterans Base Camp, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering veterans through transitional support and community programs. Non-perishable items needed include local grocery store gift cards; gas gift cards for food bank pickups; condiments such as mustard, mayo, ketchup, and relish; baking supplies such as sugar, flour, baking soda, baking powder and sugar substitutes; pasta; tuna; peanut butter; jelly; macaroni and cheese; toilet paper; paper towels; baby wipes and diapers; and pet food. Food donations will be accepted until Monday, June 30 at Connecticut offices.
“We are honored to support those who have served our country by partnering with these outstanding organizations,” said Rob Morton, bankHometown president and chief executive officer. “We encourage our customers and community members to join us in giving back to veterans who have given so much.”
Donations can be dropped off during regular business hours at any bankHometown office.
For more information on the Veterans Inc. Stand Down, visit veteransinc.org/events/stand-down. For information on Veterans Base Camp, visit veteransbasecampinc.org.
About Veterans Inc.
Veterans Inc. is a national leader in ending homelessness among veterans. They have one of the highest rates in the nation – 85% – for transitioning veterans out of homelessness. A 501(c)3 nonprofit with headquarters in Massachusetts, Veterans Inc. is the largest provider of support services to veterans and their families in New England. Since 1990, They have helped more than 90,000 veterans in need and today operate offices and programs in all six New England states.
About Veterans Base Camp
Veterans Base Camp is a grassroots A 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to providing resources needed by Veterans, First Responders, Caregivers, and those members of our community who are most vulnerable. The Veterans Base Camp team is a collaborative of: Veterans, First Responders, Caregivers, Social Workers, Clinicians, for profit and nonprofit alliances, private citizens and government agencies working together to achieve their mission.
