Kindra Ponzio talks with Paul Outfleet, Chapter Pres, Sleep in Heavenly Peace Beds, Visalia. Outfleet tells the story of how SHP got started by the Founder Luke Mickelson, building 1 bed and offering it to anyone in the community that needed it. The response was overwhelming and there are now over 300 chapters across the nation. Outfleet says they build single or bunk beds and deliver them to any child in need at no cost. He shares that they use teams of volunteers to build, deliver and assemble these beds complete with new mattresses and bedding. Outfleet says the impact is outstanding many times ending in happy tears. No Kid Sleeps on the Floor in My Town is there tag line and SHP does everything to fulfill those needs. Outfleet talks about volunteering opportunities.
Original airdate: 11/19/2023
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Kindra joined EMF in 2001 and she covers Northern and Central California, Southern Oregon, and Northern Nevada including major markets Sacramento and Bay Area/San Francisco.