Conversations with Rich Bennett Luke Mickelson, The Man Behind Sleep in Heavenly Peace
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What if one simple act of kindness could spark a global movement? In this powerful episode, Rich Bennett talks with Luke Mickelson, founder of Sleep in Heavenly Peace, who left behind a successful sales career to build beds for children in need. What began in his garage in 2012 has grown into a nationwide nonprofit with chapters in nearly every state and several countries.
Luke shares the emotional story behind the first bed build, the inspiration from his own upbringing, and the "two-by-four moment" that changed his life. It's a story of faith, purpose, and the power of taking action when you feel called to serve.
Guest: Luke Mickelson
Luke Mickelson is the founder of Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP), a nonprofit that builds and delivers beds to children in need so that "no kid sleeps on the floor in our town." A former executive vice president in sales and marketing, Luke left a lucrative 18-year career to pursue his calling. Since 2012, SHP has delivered over 300,000 beds worldwide and mobilized over half a million volunteer hours. Named a CNN Top 10 Hero and featured on Returning the Favor with Mike Rowe, Luke’s story continues to inspire countless others to take action in their communities.
Main Topics:
· Luke’s personal “two-by-four” moment that inspired SHP
· Growing up in a small town with a single mom and five siblings
· The first bed build project with Boy Scouts
· The emotional impact of delivering a bed to a child in need
· Challenges and growth of building a nonprofit from scratch
· How Returning the Favor with Mike Rowe transformed SHP
· Volunteer impact and the emotional rewards of service
· The importance of acting on small, inspired ideas
· SHP’s funding, chapter system, and volunteer opportunities
· The “Guardian of the Mission” award and honoring legacy
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