Cosplay for a Cause Foundation

03/16/2026

Community Notice from Cosplay for a Cause Foundation
Recently, we have received an increasing number of messages from individuals and organizations in other states requesting appearances for fundraisers or asking about items that were purchased through other groups with similar names. We would like to take a moment to clarify who we are and the area we serve.
Cosplay for a Cause Foundation—with an emphasis on Foundation—is the only organization with this name that is an official 501(c)(3) nonprofit registered in the state of Kentucky and with the federal government . Our name and logo are also trademarked.
Our organization focuses primarily on serving our local communities. Approximately 90–95% of our charity work takes place within Kentucky. While we may occasionally consider events and support in surrounding states, this is dependent on availability. At this time, we do not travel nationwide or internationally, and we have never attended conventions outside of Kentucky.
If you encounter another organization with a similar name or have questions about an event or any form of fundraising please feel free to reach out to us directly. We are always happy to help clarify whether something is affiliated with our organization. When possible, we also do our best to help connect people with reputable organizations in their own communities.
We appreciate the continued support from our community and want to ensure there is clear communication and transparency about our organization and the work we do.
— Cosplay for a Cause Foundation

03/04/2026

Great organization trying to bring healthy food to everyone. This fundraiser is from December, but they could always use the help.

https://givebutter.com/EatLocalYearRoundChallenge

02/18/2026

There's so many celebrations going on in the world today!
Whatever you're celebrating we hope you're having a safe and amazing time!

02/14/2026

Racing to tell all of you, "Happy Valentine's Day!" Love is a powerful thing, so share some love and kindness with those least expecting it today. ❤️💕

02/09/2026

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1AcTxVTZwc/

01/24/2026

Georgetown Friends

01/24/2026

01/24/2026

Woodford Alerts: As of 9:00 am Sat., Jan. 24, a warming center is open 185 Beasley Rd., Versailles (Senior Center), and a help line is active 859-753-8228

01/23/2026

Stay safe, stay warm, and don't take any chances! Keep an eye out for elderly and disabled neighbors. For the animal lovers out there please check out homemade straw enclosures for the furbabies that have no where to go. We recommend following Ryan Hall Y'all for weather updates on Youtube if you do not have regular television. Fingers crossed we all keep our electricity!🤞

I don’t know who created this list (not me), but I thought it might benefit someone to see it. Stay safe & warm through the coming weather.
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BEFORE THE STORM (24–48 HOURS AHEAD)
❄️1. Charge all phones, power banks, tablets, and rechargeable lanterns.
❄️2. Fill vehicle gas tanks in case stations lose power.
❄️3. Get cash in small bills in case card systems go down.
❄️4. Pick up prescriptions and essential medications early.
❄️5. Download movies, books, and maps for offline use.
❄️6. Identify one warm room in the house to “camp out” if power fails.
❄️7. Locate water shut-off valve and breaker box now, not later.
❄️8. Set fridge and freezer to colder settings to hold temperature longer.
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WATER AND PIPE PROTECTION
❄️9. Drip faucets on exterior walls when temps drop below freezing.
❄️10. Open cabinet doors under sinks to allow warm air circulation.
❄️11. Disconnect garden hoses from outdoor spigots.
❄️12. Cover outdoor faucets with insulated caps or towels.
❄️13. Know how to shut off water quickly if a pipe bursts.
❄️14. Fill jugs, buckets, or bathtub with water for flushing and washing.
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FOOD AND KITCHEN PREP
❄️15. Keep 3–5 days of no-cook food: peanut butter, tuna, bread, crackers, canned meat, fruit cups.
❄️16. Have manual can opener available.
❄️17. Buy shelf-stable milk or powdered milk if needed.
❄️18. Freeze a few water bottles to act as freezer “ice packs.”
❄️19. Keep a cooler ready to move fridge food outside if power is out and temps are below freezing.
❄️20. Avoid stocking large amounts of perishables right before the storm.
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HEAT AND HOME SAFETY
❄️21. Gather extra blankets, sleeping bags, and warm layers.
❄️22. If using a fireplace, confirm chimney is clear and have dry wood.
❄️23. Never run generators or grills inside garages or homes.
❄️24. Test smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors.
❄️25. Have at least one flashlight per person plus spare batteries.
❄️26. Use battery lanterns instead of candles when possible.
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VEHICLE AND TRAVEL
❄️27. Plan to avoid driving once freezing rain begins.
❄️28. Bridges, overpasses, and shaded roads freeze first.
❄️29. Keep in the car: blanket, water, snacks, phone charger, gloves.
❄️30. Replace old wiper blades and top off washer fluid.
❄️31. Park away from large tree limbs when possible.
❄️32. Assume flights and travel may be disrupted for days.
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POWER OUTAGE PLAN
❄️33. Unplug sensitive electronics to avoid surge damage.
❄️34. Keep one battery radio or weather app for updates.
❄️35. Use surge protectors for TVs and computers.
❄️36. Know where warming centers may be in your parish.
❄️37. Have extension cords ready if using a generator outside.
❄️38. Keep refrigerator closed to preserve cold air.
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PETS AND LIVESTOCK
❄️39. Bring pets indoors with extra food and water.
❄️40. Provide outdoor animals with unfrozen water sources.
❄️41. Add straw or blankets to outdoor shelters.
❄️42. Keep leashes and carriers accessible in case of evacuation.
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MEDICAL AND SPECIAL NEEDS
❄️43. Keep a written list of medications and dosages.
❄️44. Store a small first-aid kit with thermometer and basic meds.
❄️45. Have backup batteries for medical devices.
❄️46. Identify a place with power you could relocate to if needed.
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PROPERTY PROTECTION
❄️47. Move vehicles away from trees or power lines.
❄️48. Secure outdoor furniture and lightweight items.
❄️49. Avoid trimming trees during the storm—do it beforehand.
❄️50. Photograph property for insurance before conditions worsen.
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DURING THE STORM
❄️51. Do not drive unless absolutely necessary.
❄️52. Assume downed lines are live and dangerous.
❄️53. Use only safe indoor heating methods.
❄️54. Check on neighbors, especially elderly, by phone if possible.
❄️55. Report outages to utility companies rather than 911 unless it’s an emergency.
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AFTER THE STORM
❄️56. Walk carefully—ice may refreeze overnight.
❄️57. Check pipes for leaks as temperatures rise.
❄️58. Throw out refrigerated food if above 40°F for more than 4 hours.
❄️59. Avoid DIY electrical repairs around downed lines.
❄️60. Be patient—restoring power after ice can take several days.
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KEY REALITY FOR SOUTHERN ICE EVENTS
❄️A quarter inch of ice can bring scattered outages.
❄️Half an inch can cripple travel and power for days.
❄️Ice is more dangerous than snow for the Deep South
(I'm not sure the original author of this or I would tag/ give credit!)

01/04/2026

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1EhTvnwxjU/

It's National Human Trafficking Month, and we're partnering with Natalie's Sisters throughout January to collect blankets for sexually-exploited women receiving support services. Come in and drop off a new twin-size blanket at either DV8 location between now and January 31 to get a complimentary Sourdough Pancake!

Thank you to WKYT and LEX 18 for helping us share about such an important cause. We've been blessed to partner with Natalie's Sisters throughout the years. Thank you to everyone who has supported this annual drive!

Learn more here: https://www.wkyt.com/2025/12/30/dv8-kitchen-partners-with-natalies-sisters-blanket-drive-during-national-human-trafficking-month/

And here: https://www.lex18.com/news/covering-kentucky/natalies-sisters-partners-with-dv8-kitchen-during-human-trafficking-awareness-month

10/29/2025

It is that time of year again when food banks are at their lowest in supplies. If you are able to help out just a little, we will be triple matching anything sent to us plus some. You can send items through this link( please make sure its being shipped to Versailles, Ky) or you can donate through Venmo or Paypal with the email [email protected]. Thank you!

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