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10-Year Anniversary

Saturday, October 24
9:00 pm - 2:00 am
Vertiport Chicago

2026 Marks
Our Final Year!

Chicago’s BEST Halloween Party

Illumination is a vibrant Halloween party where artistry and philanthropy unite. Set amidst a radiant spectacle of interactive installations and glowing processions, this event is more than just a celebration. It's a chance to support rare disease research, specifically RVCL, in a playground of light. Engage with illuminated characters, participate in fiery parades, and immerse yourself in the delightful luminosity. Your participation helps us shine a light on the path to discovery. Let's illuminate the night and the future of RVCL research together.

The event raises awareness and funds for RVCL research.

2025 Cocktail & Beverage Sponsors

Come help us cast a light on rare disease!

In addition to raising funds for an invaluable cause, Illumination is devoted to discovering, attracting, mentoring, and directing over 100 diverse professional creators, emerging artists, and performing partners who are all committed to amplifying the Art of Light — illuminated sculpture, installation, experience, costume, objects, and effects. Illumination’s collaboration with the artist community makes for a particularly special event symbolic of hope and transformation.

2025 Dinner Experience Sponsors

2026 Spotlight Sponsors

Susan & Bob
Wislow

2026 Radiant Sponsors

Bayer Family
Foundation

Katie & William Feuerbacher

Ana & Anthony
Johnson

Emily & Dan
North

Wedner Family
Foundation

2026 Light-Beam Sponsors

Busey Bank

Brendan Lind

CohnReznick

CORE Industrial Partners

Crowe LLP

Tony & Laura Davis and
Linden Capital Partners

Eichner Performance Strategies, LLC

Fifth Third Bank

Flom Family Schwab Charitable Fund

Gertie

Marc Glazer

Inclenberg Investments

Lake Creek Industrial

Sharyl & Mike Mackey

Marcela Manjarrez

Maron Electric

Merrill Lynch

Jeff Miller

Sponsorship Opportunities

We have proudly raised $14 million for cutting-edge, leading research to cure RVCL. For information on how to invest in our research, join our team, and save lives, please contact us by completing the form or emailing us.

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