Why Fundraise?

Every child deserves a safe, comfortable place to sleep—and you can help make that happen.

When you fundraise for My Very Own Bed, you're giving more than a bed. You're helping create a bedtime routine filled with comfort, security, and hope. Every $450 you raise provides a brand-new bed and Dream Kit, complete with bedding, books, and a stuffed animal, for a child in the Twin Cities.

Every dollar brings us closer to our goal of providing 2,100 beds to children in 2026, and we'll celebrate your impact with fun fundraising incentives and recognition along the way.

If asking for donations feels uncomfortable, you're not alone. Remember, you're not asking people to support you—you're inviting them to help a child sleep better. We've made it easy: personalize your fundraising page, then share it by email, text, or social media. A few simple messages can make an incredible difference.

Thank you for helping more children get the restful sleep they deserve.

Questions? Contact Meg at meg@myveryownbed.org.

Double Your Impact!

Thanks to an incredibly generous anonymous donor, every dollar you raise for Steps for Sleep will be matched up to $15,000! That means when you ask your friends, family, and coworkers to support your Steps for Sleep fundraising page, their donations go twice as far.

How you can help:

  • Set up a personal fundraising page—it takes just minutes.

  • Share your page with your network. Let them know why you support My Very Own Bed and how their contribution makes a difference.

  • Watch your impact grow—double the donations, double the dreams!

Let’s reach that goal together and give even more kids a safe, comfortable place to sleep.

Peer to Peer Fundraising Incentives

We know that most of our supporters fundraise because they care deeply about our mission. As a token of our gratitude—and to cheer you on as you aim even higher—we're offering some fun incentives to thank you for all you do.

$100 Level

Raise $100 for My Very Own Bed and we'll send you this adorable My Very Own Bed magnet.  

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$250 Level

The first 100 donors or fundraisers to donate $250 will be ready for the fall season with this My Very Own Bed, limited edition long-sleeve tee. 

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$500 Level

Raise $500 for My Very Own Bed and provide a new bed and Dream Kit to one more child! 

You'll also get these cozy Hippy Feet socks in MVOB colors.

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$1,000 Level

If you raise $1,000 for My Very Own Bed you'll be providing four beds for kids!  

You'll also this 13x19" Lagoon travel pillow with cooling bamboo pillowcase that comes in a durable travel bag.  We'll also give you a shout out at the event. 

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$1,500 Level

Raise $1,500 for My Very Own Bed and you'll get this limited edition, My Very Own Bed throw pillow custom made by You Are Here Design.

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Top Overall Fundraiser

Become Our Top Fundraiser
The participant who raises the most for My Very Own Bed will receive a private community acupuncture experience for six, generously donated by NE Wellness. It's the perfect way to celebrate your incredible impact.

Gather six friends for a relaxing private community acupuncture session at NE Wellness. Enjoy personalized treatments in a calming group setting designed to reduce stress, restore balance, and leave everyone feeling refreshed. 

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