Welcome to the '26 HopeCon+Walk Registration Page!

Hope is Here.
Attend HopeCon to Support mental wellness.
Attend HopeCon in Honor of a beloved life lost to suicide.
Attend HopeCon in Solidarity for those waging a war within and suicide loss survivors

🌟 Hope is Here.
Walk for someone you love. Walk for yourself. Walk because stories—especially yours—still matter.

Every Fan Inspires Hope.
Whether you're a hero, an anti-hero, or even a virtuous villain, your fandom—and your cosplay—can be a powerful source of connection and healing. At HopeCon+Walk, we celebrate every cape, every character, every creative heart that shows up.

✨ Cos4Hope, founded in 2018, is an educational nonprofit that blends pop culture and meaningful conversation to explore mental wellness, suicide loss, and the journey of healing. We use cosplay, community, and creativity to create spaces where people feel seen, supported, and inspired.

🎉 HopeCon+Walk 2026 brings fandom to life with:
• Cosplayers & Fandom Cars
• Exhibitors & Special Guests
• Raffles, Auctions & Bake Sales
• Photo Ops, Cosmunity Fun & Mental Health Conversations

🧡 Whether you walk, volunteer, donate, or show up in costume—you are part of a story that inspires hope.

💬 Donations will be accepted online and in person.
All funds are tax-deductible, remain local, and directly support Cos4Hope’s programs and events.

📅 Save the Date!
HopeCon+Walk 2026 – Saturday, April 18
📍 Warrensburg, Missouri
📲 Full event details and registration coming soon!

#HopeConWalk26 #Cos4Hope #InspireHope #EveryFanInspiresHope #CosplayForACause #PopCultureWithPurpose #FandomWithHeart #GeekTherapy #HopeDealer #MentalWellness #SuicidePrevention #YouAreNotAlone #JoCoMo #UCM

Donations are accepted online and in person!

All funds raised are tax-deductible, remain local, and directly support Cos4Hope’s mission, programs, & activities.

~ Contributions Are Tax Deductible ~

Contact Info: April Roller-Morris at april@Cos4Hope.org (She/Her) or 816-258-3502

HopeCon+Walk Details for Saturday, April 18, 2026

8:30 am Volunteer Arrival
9:15 am Exhibitor Set Up
9:30 am Cosplayer Arrival
9:30 am Attendee Registration Opens
9:30 am Cosplay Contest Registration Opens

10:00 am HopeCon Begins

Looking for Support or Resources?

Please visit the below links:
https://www.cos4hope.org/home/resources-support
https://www.cos4hope.org/home/national-organizations

Sponsorship Opportunities

Consider sponsorship of the HopeCon+Walk or our remembrance events.

Doing so supports a commitment to community mental wellness and suicide prevention efforts.

You and your business/organization Could be recognized as a Cos4Hope Hero.

Sponsorship Opportunities Available!
Fan - $200-$249
Sidekick - $250-$499
Hero - $500-$999
Superhero - $1000 or More

Please reach out to the team for sponsorship forms and details.

Contact Info: Info@Cos4Hope.org or 816-258-3502

2026 HopeCon + Walk Sponsors

~ Contributions are Tax Deductible ~

How Can You Help Cos4Hope?

Interns, Volunteers, & Work Study Students are always welcome!

We need HopeCon+Walk event planners leading up to HopeCon and for the day of.

For more Info Please visit: https://www.cos4hope.org/home/volunteer-opportunities

Help Cos4Hope reach or exceed our fundraising goal!

Follow Cos4Hope on social media via our linktr.ee/cos4hope

It is okay to ask for their support.

Contact our team for fundraising support :)

Remember to use the hashtags #Cos4Hope, #MentalWellness, #Cos4HopeCares, #SuicidePrevention, #MentalHealth, #JoCoMo, #UCMO, #Mules, #UCM, #UniversityOfCentralMissouri, #CosplayForACause, #C4H, #HopeCon, and #UniversityOfCentralMO, #CosplayForACause, #CosplayForHope, #Cosmunity, #Fandom, #Hope, #Cosplay, #YouMatter, #Superhero, #HopeCon to spread the word and help us raise awareness!

*Cos4Hope: No copyright infringement intended -- all photos, logos, or information included is property of the respective owner(s). Cos4Hope does not claim ownership of any displayed trademark(s) or organizational logo(s). Cos4Hope seeks to inform the public of the above organizations and associated community programs and resources.

4/18/26 ~ HopeCon+Walk

By Cos4Hope

4/18/26 ~ HopeCon+Walk

Inspiring Hope 4 mental wellness & suicide prevention!

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