Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP), the nation’s leading nonprofit dedicated to building and delivering beds to children in need, today announced the appointment of Keily Breeden to its board of directors. Breeden brings 25 years of human resources expertise across retail, banking and consulting sectors, positioning her to support SHP’s ambitious strategic plan to deliver 450,000 beds by 2030.
As an engagement executive and head of human resources at AlignOrg Solutions, Breeden has extensive experience in organizational transformation, leadership development and talent management. Her background includes nearly a decade at Lowe’s and 13 years at Synovus Financial Corp. in HR leadership roles.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Keily to our board,” said Eddie Arnold, Sleep in Heavenly Peace Board Chair. “She has a real gift for helping organizations grow in a healthy way. As we work toward getting beds to more kids, Keily’s experience will help us stay focused on what matters most: making sure we’re doing right by the children and families we serve, and the volunteers and donors who make it all possible.”
Breeden’s appointment comes at a pivotal time for the organization, which welcomed 45 new chapters in 2025 and achieved a remarkable 95 percent efficiency rating. Her experience facilitating executive teams through complex organizational changes aligns perfectly with SHP’s priorities of expanding chapter networks, enhancing financial development and implementing robust operational systems.
“I am honored to join the Sleep in Heavenly Peace Board of Directors and contribute to an organization that is making such a profound impact on children’s lives,” Breeden said. “Having worked with Fortune 500 companies on large-scale transformations, I understand the importance of aligning vision with strategy, developing strong leaders, and building organizational capacity for growth. SHP’s mission resonates deeply with me, and I’m passionate about helping ensure that no child sleeps on the floor.”
Breeden holds a Master of Education in Community Counseling and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Southeastern Louisiana University. She is ODC® Certified in Organizational Design and holds certifications as a Human Capital Strategist through the Human Capital Institute, as well as KornFerry/Lominger Career Architect®, Succession Architect®, and Choices Architect® certifications. Her background as a mental health therapist before transitioning to corporate HR brings a unique perspective on human development and organizational culture.
In 2024, Sleep in Heavenly Peace delivered 75,676 beds through the dedication of volunteers who contributed over 508,000 hours of service. The organization maintains a platinum transparency rating and directs 95.6% of every donated dollar to program expenses. With 114,778 bed requests received in 2024, the need continues to grow, making strategic leadership more critical than ever.
