By Survivors,
For Survivors
Throughout the year, everyone has the opportunity to submit a shelter for our charity to sponsor. Each June, the annual Project is announced at the kick-off event. Our volunteers work to fundraise monetary donations, as well as candle sales in the fall.
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Proceeds go toward in-kind donations requested by the shelter. Supply wish lists range from shampoo to bookbags, bus tickets to meals, and even holiday gifts for residential shelter families.
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Each sponsored shelter receives an average of $10,000+ in items that their survivors need.
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Our vision is a world where safety is a right, not a privilege, and where every survivor has the resources to illuminate their own future.
peoria choice awards
Thank You!
Illuminate has been nominated and chosen as a top charity in Central Illinois for a second year. We couldn't do this without the help of our supporters.
OUR LEADERSHIP
Jona
Founder & Executive Director
Sydney
grants & development
Jolene
director of research
Britney
Event ambassador