Members of the Killeen Heights Rotary Club recently traded their usual meeting attire for work gloves, safety glasses, and plenty of determination. Partnering with Sleep in Heavenly Peace, Rotarians rolled up their sleeves to build 20 beds for children in our community who deserve a safe, comfortable place to sleep.
The day was anything but easy. Volunteers measured lumber, cut boards, drilled holes, sanded rough edges, assembled frames, and stained each finished bed. The work required teamwork, patience, and plenty of muscle—and by the end of the day, there was no shortage of heat, sweat, sawdust, sore muscles, and even a few minor battle wounds.
But the effort was worth every drop of sweat.
These beds represent far more than lumber, screws, and stain. Each completed bed means a local child will soon have a place to rest, dream, and wake up ready to take on a new day. A proper bed can provide a child with comfort, security, and a better foundation for health and success at school.
Sleep in Heavenly Peace’s mission is simple and powerful: “No Kid Sleeps on the Floor in Our Town.” Killeen Heights Rotary was proud to put Service Above Self behind that mission. Twenty completed beds mean 20 children will soon have a bed—and a space they can call their own.
And, of course, no Rotary service project would be complete without a little fellowship and a memorable story.
During the build, Bob Crouch earned more than sore muscles and sawdust-covered clothes. Following a minor injury, Bob officially became the newest member of the legendary Band-Aid Bandits.
Chaired by Dan, the exclusive group already includes seasoned members Jayme and Colleen. Membership requires dedication, courage, and at least one incident involving a first-aid kit. Bob met all the qualifications and was immediately welcomed into the ranks. There may not have been a formal ceremony, but witnesses confirmed the induction.
Despite the scratches and tired arms, the day was filled with smiles, laughter, teamwork, and fellowship. Killeen Heights Rotarians worked alongside other community volunteers with one shared goal: making a meaningful difference for local families.
This bed build was a powerful example of Service Above Self in action. Twenty beds now stand ready because volunteers showed up, worked hard, and cared deeply.
And in the process, they built much more than beds. They built comfort, dignity, hope, and brighter dreams for children in their community.