"It takes a community to
support your community"-Rupi

In August 2021,  Mike Bismeyer met Rupi at Ken Herar's 'spin for diversity event' in Mission, BC.   They found they had common interests to help the community.  Together, they chose a new initiative, 'Come Inspire Kindness.'  They started this initiative to create opportunities for kindness and awareness for various organizations in Abbotsford.  Thus far using their brand 'Come Inspire Kindness,' with the help of many community members they have raised funds for the Starfish packs and Pink Shirt Day.  Details to follow soon of their upcoming project.

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In March 2020, the pandemic shuts down the world.  Rupi cancelled her annual clothing drive.  She took the initiative to create her first online fundraiser  'Virtually Connecting our Community.'  Rupi used her social media platforms, a go fund me page and using Facebook Live, to virtually interview 40 people (one at a time) across Canada to raise money.  The goal was $40,000, she was able to raise over $19,000 for various organizations within the Fraser Valley.  Ministries 5 and 2 received a cheque for over $8000 in December of 2020.

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In 2019, Rupi had a plan to offer her Cozy Covers' clothing drive across Canada.  Within a short period of time, she was able to secure a Community Champion in three other provinces: Alberta, Saskatchewan and Ontario.  Each Community Champion received a package in the mail with all the necessary materials to hold a successful event.  The clothing drive was held on the same day in four provinces: British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Ontario.  Many volunteers were involved in organizing the event and dropping off donations to various organizations in each province.

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In 2007, Rupi had heard 'if your feet get cold, your whole body gets cold.'  She had this vision to find a solution.  For many years the annual event was held at Willow View Farms.  From the humble beginnings of just collecting sock donations, over 16,000 items and $19,000 have been donated to the cause within the 15 years of the Cozy Covers’ operation across the Fraser Valley.  The organizations that have worked with Rupi include Warm Zone, Cyrus Centre, Ministries 5 and 2, Peardonville house, and Sara for women to name a few.

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