“If we can save these students…think of what we can have as a country when they get older.”
Donald D. Peek, Jr., past State Commander of Disabled American Veterans Department of Indiana (DAV), serves as the current Executive Board Chair of Empower Johnson and represents the coalition in the Business Sector of the local community. Donald has served in many roles as a representative for Veterans, Current Military Service Members, and an advocate for Smoke-Free Air Ordinances and Tobacco Prevention & Cessation Statewide.
In addition to Donald’s service to Empower and the DAV, a few of his other current roles include: service on the POW MIA Council for Indianapolis, Indy Veteran’s Day Council, and Elder and Co-Chair of the Care Team at Victory Cristian Church in Franklin, Indiana. Donald is a true public serviceman for the good of all and a wonderful asset to our Empower team.
One of Donald’s favorite things about being part of Empower is working with the Empowered Youth coalition members. He appreciates the immense value of their input to help guide the work of the entire Empower Johnson County coalition efforts. Check out his interview below to learn more about Donald and his role with both Empower and the DAV.
How did you get involved with Empower?
Why is Empower’s mission important?
What is one of your favorite activities you have done with Empower?
What would you like to see Empower do next?
How does your work with the DAV align with your service at Empower?
Tell us more about the DAV & what they offer:
Medical Claim and VA Guidance for Veterans
Transportation To and From Appointments
Operation Stand Down Events for Homeless Veterans
How is the DAV funded for these great services?
More about the DAV
To learn more information about the Disabled American Veterans Department of Indiana (DAV) visit http://www.myindianadav.org/.
Donald gives us a “Peek” inside the Greenwood DAV Office
The local DAV office is located at 170 Airport Parkway in Greenwood, Indiana. The site houses offices for staff, storage for essential items for veterans and their families, as well as an additional space that is available to rent out for meetings or other business.