Sleep in Heavenly Peace, which is part of a national organization, got its start in Ames about a year ago. The quickly surpassed the century mark, building 112 beds in 2024.

PAWTUCKET, R.I. (WJAR) — It's tough to imagine, but true. Many children in our community don't have a bed to sleep in at night. But some big-hearted volunteers are working to change that. The ...

So, we're doing this for the kids." Zdon has worked with Sleep in Heavenly Peace on other build-a-bed events as well, and even hosted other builds for the organization.