About Our Chapter
The Racine/Kenosha Chapter is blessed with many volunteers who share our mission that “No Kid Sleeps On The Floor In Our Town!”Whether it is spending time with us building beds, helping deliver and set up beds in kids houses, or donating money or bedding, we couldn’t do any of what we do. We have delivered almost 1200 beds in our area. That equates to 1200 kids how have a better shot at doing well in school and in life. We have been delivering beds since June 2018!
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Upcoming Events
Find our upcoming SHP events below. If you don't see an event, be sure to check back as we add events often.
5th Anniversary Public Build
Saturday, June 10, 2023 - 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
On June 9, 2017, the Racine/Kenosha Chapter of Sleep in Heavenly Peace held our first build day and delivered our first 2 beds. Since the, over 1200 kids in Racine and Kenosha have received beds. The need has never diminished, so join us as we celebrate our anniversary the same way we started. Build beds so that "No Kid Sleeps On The Floor In Our Town".We need up to 50 volunteers to build beds. There are several stations, and we can teach you how to work each station. Children 12-17 are welcome. Kids 12-15 must have direct parental supervision. Older teens 16 and 17 can work independently with their parents' permission.We need people to measure wood, operate a chop saw, sand, mark pieces, assemble head/foot boards, and brand the beds (with a branding iron!).We will build from 9:00 AM-1:00 PM. Cleaning up and packing up the tools and materials is included in that time. We really need people to stay for the cleanup. If you are interested, please sign up for a spot.
Bane-Nelson, Inc.
4019 43rd St
Kenosha, WI 53114
Fifth Anniversary Celebration
Saturday, June 10, 2023 - 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM
On June 9, 2017, the Racine/Kenosha Chapter of Sleep in Heavenly Peace held our first build day and delivered our first 2 beds. Since the, over 1250 kids in Racine and Kenosha have received beds. Come and help us celebrate 5 years of service to Racine and Kenosha, and the donors and volunteers that allowed us to deliver all of those beds. 3:30 - Entertainment 4:00 - Keynote by Luke Mickelson, Founder of SHP 4:15 - Partner Recognition 4:30 - Picnic Dinner This will take place under a tent across from our build site at 4019 43rd Street. No funds donated for beds will be used for this event, which is being underwritten by friends of SHP and its volunteers. We only have room for the first 125 people who register!
Bane Nelson, Inc
4019 43rd Street
Kenosha, WI 53405
July Delivery
Saturday, July 8, 2023 - 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Please help us get the kids off of the floor!Our delivery teams consist of a driver with a truck or trailer and 2-3 helpers. Each team will deliver and assemble 4-6 beds. The deliveries take about 4 hours from start to finish. We start teams every 15 minutes to minimize congestion and confusion. Everyone needs an indemnification form!
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Public Build
Saturday, August 12, 2023 - 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
We need volunteers to build beds. There are several stations, and we can teach you how to work each of them. Children 12-17 are welcome. Kids 12-15 must have direct parental supervision. Older teens, 16 and 17, can work independently with their parents' permission. We need people to measure sand, mark pieces in a tap station, assemble headboard and footboards, dunk completed parts in non-toxic stain, and brand the beds (with a branding iron!).We will build from 9:00 AM-1:00 PM. Cleaning up and packing the tools and materials is included in that time. We need people to stay for the cleanup. If you are interested, please sign up for a spot.
Bane-Nelson Inc.
4019 43rd Street
Kenosha, Wisconsin 53144
Bunks Across America (Private Thrivent Build)
Saturday, September 9, 2023 - 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
The Vogel Group, a Thrivent Financial office, and Kim Vogel, the founder of that group sponsored the first Bunks Across America build. Sadly, Kim passed away in 2022, but the Vogel Group is honoring him by again sponsoring Bunks Across America. His hope and ours is to build beds so that "No Kid Sleeps On The Floor In Our Town."The Vogel Group is supplying the volunteers for this PRIVATE build. There are several stations, and we can teach you how to work each. Children 12-17 are welcome. Kids 12-15 must have direct parental supervision. Older teens, 16 and 17, can work independently with their parent's permission. We need people to run a myriad of different stations including sanding, assembling, staining, and branding beds. Training is offered for all stations. No tools or experience is necessary.
Bane-Nelson, Inc.
4019 43rd Street
Kenosha, WI 53144
Bunks Across America (Public Build)
Saturday, September 9, 2023 - 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Join us, as we join chapters from across the country to build beds so that "No Kid Sleeps On The Floor In Our Town. "We need volunteers to build beds. There are several stations, and we can teach you how to work each station. Children 12-17 are welcome. Kids 12-15 must have direct parental supervision. Older teens, 16 and 17, can work independently with their parents' permission. We have several stations to choose from. No experience or tools are required. We will build from 1:00-4:00 PM. Cleaning up and packing the tools and materials is included in that time. We really need people to stay for the cleanup. If you are interested, please sign up for a spot.
Bane-Nelson, Inc.
4019 43rd Street
Kenosha, WI 53144
DayBreak Church (Private Build)
Saturday, October 14, 2023 - 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
DayBreak Church, a long-time Sleep in Heavenly Peace delivery partner, is hosting its first Private Build. They will fund and supply the volunteers to build beds to combat bedlessness in Racine and Kenosha.
Bane-Nelson, Inc.
4019 43rd Street
Kenosha, Wisconsin 53144
Where do your donations go?
Our chapter is a 100% volunteer organization. Your donation stays in our community and serves kiddos right here. All funds are used to build and deliver our fully furnished beds to kiddos. Our expenses include tools, lumber and hardware for Build Days and new mattresses, bedding and pillows for deliveries.
Would you like to donate?
Online Donations
Make a safe, secure, tax deductible donation to our chapter easily through our online donation platform.
Donate OnlineJoin the Bunkhead Club
You can make a recurring monthly donation of $20/month to our chapter to help and be a member of the SHP WI-Racine / Kenosha Family.
BE A BUNKHEADDonate Bedding
You can also donate new twin size sheets, pillows, and bedding items to our chapter.
Checks can be mailed to:
PO Box 81618, Racine, WI 53408Bedding Drop Off Locations
- The Diamond Connection, 5912 75th Street, Kenosha, WI, 53142
- Bane-Nelson Inc., 4019 43rd Street, Kenosha, WI, 53144
From Build to Delivery
Video courtesy of Anthem Photography
We have a volunteer opportunity for everyone!
No experience, no worries. Our builds are designed with everyone in mind. It’s easy and it’s fun. Our builds and deliveries provide a great opportunity for families, corporate team building and service projects.
Our organization is dependent on and designed around community involvement. We provide an opportunity for the community to come together and embrace these children in need. Whether it’s helping at a Build Day or on a Delivery Day, we have something for everyone. Not only are events fun, they are rewarding. A few hours of your time will mean the world to child sleeping in an unfavorable condition.
Individuals and Families
We welcome people of all skill levels, there is a job for everyone, as we will have our trained team of volunteers on hand to help you through the process. Our events are perfect for the entire family. If you’d like to find an event for yourself or your family, check out Upcoming Events section above or contact us at the button below.
Corporate Teams, Church Groups, and Small Teams
Are you looking for a service project for your small group? Whether its Build Days or Delivery Days we can provide the perfect team building experience. Check our Upcoming Events section above. If you can’t find a match to meet your groups need please click the button below, complete the form and a member of our team will contact you so that we can find the perfect opportunity for your group.
VolunteerWant to be more involved?
Critical to our success is our core team. Our core team is a group of volunteers that take on a leadership role during our builds and deliveries. At a bed build, they simply provide instruction to our volunteers, oversee tasks and answer questions. It's really easy and no experience or skills are needed, you simply need a big heart and attention to detail. There is no set commitment, if you can help once every month or two that's great, once or twice a month even better. Our events usually take place on Saturday's anytime between 8 am and 3 pm. So what do you think? If you want to join our team or if have more questions click the button below and a member of our team will get in touch with you.
Join our TeamSponsor a Build
Would your organization or business like to make a long term impact in the life of kiddos here in the WI-Racine / Kenosha. For only $250 we can provide a fully furnished bed with NEW mattresses, pillows and bedding. This is the perfect service project for groups or corporate team builders. Our builds help build camaraderie, bringing people, coworkers and communities together to change a child's life. If you would like more information on how to sponsor a build click the button below.
Sponsor a BuildChapter Leadership
Brian Nelson
Chapter Co-President
Michael Prudhom
Chapter President
Lori Nelson
Social Media Manager