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Save The Date: 
Saturday, October 26th at Moonlight Studios

Join us for Illumination, 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. Since its inception in 2016, Illumination has brought in $9.8 million, including nearly $1.2 million in 2023 alone.

An Immersive Light Art Experience

Leading the cure for Retinal Vasculopathy with Cerebral Leukodystrophy (RVCL)

The Clayco Foundation is determined to find a cure for Retinal Vasculopathy with Cerebral Leukodystrophy (RVCL). RVCL is a rare and fatal genetic condition affecting the central nervous system, causing the deterioration of small blood vessels in the brain and eyes of those affected. Most patients begin experiencing vision loss and strokes in their early 40s and have an average lifespan of eight years following their first symptoms. Rare disease affects nearly all of us. Thirty million people in the United States live with some form of the rare disease; that’s close to 1 in 10 people. We believe that we can make a difference by building on last year’s success. We look forward to your partnership and exceeding our goals in 2023.

Illumination 2023 Recap

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.

Sponsorship Opportunities

In the past eight years, we have proudly raised $9.8 million directed towards cutting-edge, leading research to cure RCVL. For information on how you can invest in our research, join our team, and save lives, please get in touch with our team by completing the form or by dropping us an email.

Contact us!

2023 Spotlight Sponsors

2023 Radiant Sponsors

2023 Light-Beam Sponsors

ABCO Electrical Construction & Design

Ana & Anthony Johnson

Bayer Family Foundation

Berkadia

Bulley & Andrews

Busey Bank

Catherine & Pat Moriarity

CohnReznick

Concrete Strategies

Connelly Electric

Crowe

Debbie & David Hutkin

Dee & Matt Moran

Eagle Seven

Eichner Performance Strategies LLC

Enova International

ESD

Executive Construction Foundation

Farpoint

Fifth Third Bank

Flooring Systems, Inc.

Flom Family Foundation

Ginsberg Jacobs LLC

Greenberg Traurig

Husch Blackwell LLP

John & Betsy McLinden Foundation

The John Buck Company

Karen & Jay Case

Katie Feurbacher

Kendra & Kapil Khanna

Marc Lore

Marcela Hawn

Maron Electric Company

Martone Legal, LLC

Marty Trainor

Mesirow

The Michael Clark Family

Michelle Levy & Jim Panella

Nancy & Bob Russell

Nardick Family

National Design Build Services

Patty & Kevin McKenna

OC Glass

Proven IT

Robin & Frank Petkunas

RubinBrown

Scurto Cement Construction, Ltd.

Sejal & Neil Gehani

Shambaugh & Son, L.P.

The Sherwin-Williams Co.

Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP

Stifel Bank & Trust

Stevens & Lee

Thompson Coburn

Terri & Steve Sieckhaus

Tim and Brianna Crowley and Family

Titan Electric

White and Williams, LLP

Wies Drywall & Construction Corp.