NEWS & MEDIA
Stories of Community Impact
See how My Very Own Bed is making an impact across the Twin Cities through community partnerships, media coverage, and stories of children and families served.
In the News
Media coverage highlighting My Very Own Bed's mission, partnerships, and community impact.
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
Collective Book Studio Partnership Supports Literacy
April 2026
Coverage highlighting My Very Own Bed's partnership to support children's literacy and community impact.​
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CBS NEWS MINNESOTA
Providing Beds for Children in Need
August 2026
Coverage highlighting how My Very Own Bed provides new beds and Dream Kits to children in need across the Twin Cities.
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KSTP
Why We Give: My Very Own Bed
November 2024
A closer look at the mission, volunteers, and community impact behind My Very Own Bed through KSTP's Why We Give series.
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KSTP
Celebrating 5,000 Beds Delivered
October 2022
Coverage celebrating My Very Own Bed reaching the milestone of delivering 5,000 beds to children across the Twin Cities.​​
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Vikings.com
Vikings Help Deliver New Beds
December 2022
The Minnesota Vikings partnered with My Very Own Bed, Sleep Number, and U.S. Bank to surprise Twin Cities families with new beds and create memorable moments for children in need.
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KARE 11
​Supporting Children Through Better Sleep
2020
Feature story highlights My Very Own Bed's work providing beds and creating brighter futures for children and families in the community.
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Resources for Journalists, Partners & Community Advocates
Access key information and resources about My Very Own Bed, including our mission, impact, leadership, and media contacts.
About My Very Own Bed
My Very Own Bed is a Minneapolis-based nonprofit dedicated to providing new beds and Dream Kits to children ages 2–17 who do not have a bed of their own. Founded in 2014 by Michael Allen, the organization works with schools, shelters, healthcare providers, and community organizations across the Twin Cities to help children access a safe, comfortable place to sleep.
Key Facts & Impact
✓ Founded: 2014 ✓ Based In: Minneapolis, Minnesota ✓ Service Area: Twin Cities Metro ✓ Children Served: More than 10,000 children served through new beds and Dream Kits ✓ Referral Network: Schools, shelters, healthcare providers, and community organizations across the Twin Cities Through referrals from schools, shelters, healthcare providers, and community organizations, we help children across the Twin Cities access a safe, comfortable place to sleep so they can feel secure, rest well, and thrive. Since 2014, community support, volunteer engagement, and strong partnerships have helped us provide more than 10,000 beds to children in need.
Media Contact & Resources
Need photos, logos, interviews, organizational information, or other media resources?
We're happy to help with story development, interviews, fact-checking, and access to media-ready assets.​​​
Michael Allen
Founder & Executive Director
For media inquiries, interviews, story opportunities, and organizational information.
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Amy Danielson
Marketing & Communications Consultant
612-245-2020​​
For communications support, media assets, photography, and brand resources.