Volunteer-run group fills a basic need for Lafayette children
A Lafayette chapter of the national nonprofit Sleep in Heavenly Peace is building and delivering twin-size beds to children in Acadiana who otherwise sleep on the floor, and the local organization says it needs volunteers, referrals and donated bedding to help more families.
The group constructs and delivers beds at no charge to qualifying families with children ages 3 to 17. To apply, a legal guardian must submit an application; referrals from schools, social services, family members or other local agencies are also accepted. Volunteers decide deliveries based on availability.
"We build and deliver beds for kids in our community who need a place to sleep," said Lee Jones, president of the Lafayette chapter.
This Lafayette-based chapter operates within specific ZIP codes covered by its local chapters and asks that donations be limited to new twin-size sheets, pillows and bedding items. Monetary donations and outreach also support the chapter’s work.
- Who qualifies: legal guardians for children ages 3–17
- What’s provided: twin-size bed built and delivered at no cost
- How to help: volunteer, refer families, donate new bedding or send checks to the chapter
Checks and donations to the Lafayette chapter can be mailed to: Sleep in Heavenly Peace, 4400 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy, Suite A, PMB 375, Lafayette, LA 70508. Because the program is volunteer-run, the timing of deliveries depends on volunteer availability and the chapter’s current workload.
Local impact and how residents can connect
For Lafayette families struggling to provide a basic bed for a child, the nonprofit offers an immediate, practical solution. For schools, social-service agencies and community groups, the chapter’s reliance on referrals creates an opportunity to connect students and families with support they might not otherwise know is available.
Volunteers interested in helping build or deliver beds strengthen a grassroots response to childhood hardships — work that depends on steady community participation. The chapter also accepts donations of new bedding items to ensure each delivered bed is ready for use.
| Need | Details |
|---|---|
| Age range | 3–17 years |
| Items accepted | New twin-size sheets, pillows, bedding |
| Mailing address | 4400 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy, Suite A, PMB 375, Lafayette, LA 70508 |
As Lafayette and the wider Acadiana region weigh needs like housing, food and school stability, local volunteer efforts such as this fill an important gap. Community members who can volunteer time, make donations or refer qualifying families can reach the chapter through the listed mailing address or by contacting the national organization for guidance on local chapter connections.
Those interested in learning more or offering support should contact Sleep in Heavenly Peace’s Lafayette chapter directly and confirm whether their ZIP code is served by this local chapter.
