Fundraisers
 

 Bracelet's and Cards:

"Miracles" bracelets Click here to see the bracelet are accompanied by a statement about the mission of Canavan Research Illinois. They make great gifts and we can ship them anywhere! $10.00 each - available as a regular clasp (size 7) or stretch (sizes 7 or 8). .

* Click to view our gorgeous all purpose greeting cards: $15.00 box of 8 

* To order by phone or email - Contact Ilyce Randell at 800-833-2194 or Ilyce@canavanresearch.org

* For secure Credit Card orders-click on the 'Donate Now' box below & note 'Bracelets' (Please specify style & size)  or 'Cards' with your donation.

All donations to Canavan Research Illinois are tax deductible to the full extent of the law.

*Ongoing - THE CONTINENTAL RESTAURANT - Buffalo Grove
Mention Max Randell, or Canavan Disease, when you pay your check and 10% of your bill will be donated to this charity. 

Sat. Oct. 17th, 2009 - The 11th Annual Charity Ball

*By popular demand - both events will be held at the Hyatt Deerfield Hotel   

The 9th Annual Charity Ball - Was held October 13th, 2007 at the Hyatt Deerfield Hotel in honor of the momentous occasion of Max's 10th Birthday.

This event was a huge success... an evening enjoyed by all! The auction items were outstanding, the music incredible, the cake a masterpiece, the table decorations sensational, and our guest speaker was the renowned Dr. Paola Leone Associate Professor in the Dept. of Cell Biology, UMDNJ/SOM. Dr. Leone (featured L. with Max) is the world's leading researcher in Canavan disease and a recognized neuro-researcher in many other areas of biomedical research related to diseases of the brain. Humanitarian awards were presented to Ralph and Lois Silver of the Silver Foundation as well as Rianna Weil, our youngest volunteer.

Our May 2007 "Rocking to the 70's" Bowling Tournament' was a big hit at 10 Pin Lanes in Chicago.

December of 2006 - Canavan Research Illinois was honored to be the recipient of The Signature Room's "Charity of the Month".

The 8th Annual Canavan Charity Ball - Was held Sat. Oct. 21st, 2006, at the beautiful Renaissance Hotel, Northbrook, IL. This exciting event featured dinner, dancing, and a silent auction. We were especially honored this year to have as our guest speaker Robert Kurson. Mr. Kurson is the well known author of 'Shadow Divers', a best selling, inspirational non-fiction novel, that is soon to be released as a feature film.
 

The 7th Annual Canavan Charity Ball - Was held on Sat. Oct. 15th, 2005 at the beautiful Renaissance Hotel, Northbrook, IL. Our honored guest speaker was Illinois Sate Comptroller Daniel Hynes (pictured R.) with Max Randell, Celeste Stern, and Natallya Gausvic with her dad Thyme. 

Humanitarian awards were presented to the Comptroller, Gov. Rod Blagojevich, and several of our 'volunteer angels' who worked so hard to make this evening a huge success. The 'Canavan Research Scientist of the Year Award' was presented to the esteemed Dr. Scott McPhee of the Cell & Gene Therapy Center UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Camden N.J.

The 6th Annual Charity Ball, 'Steps Towards the Cure'  was held October 16th. 2004 at the Hyatt Hotel, Deerfield, IL. Our guest speaker, Dr. Andrew Freese  (Pictured L. with charity Vice President Peggy Shapiro-Nyeholt) was the well deserved recipient of our 'Physician Scientist of the Year' award. 

Dr. Freese is the Professor and Vice Chairman of the department of Neurosurgery and Director of Spinal Surgery at the University of Minnesota. Dr. Freese's well received presentation focused on why supporting the battle against Canavan disease will lead to cures for other neurodegenerative diseases and will truly have a major impact on the lives of millions of people. Click for article about Dr. Freese

Max Randell greeted guests with his mother Ilyce, President of Canavan Research Illinois. Max stayed the entire evening and was was very moved to see so many people in attendance. Also at the benefit... attorney Clint Krislov received  the charity's '2004 Humanitarian' award for his dedicated efforts to make a difference in the lives of these precious children who have so few advocates (Mr.& Mrs. Krislov pictured R.). Click for article about Clint Krislov

Attorney Barry Silver (not pictured) was also presented with a Humanitarian award for his dedication to the battle against Canavan disease. Click for article about Barry Silver

The 5th Annual Charity Ball, hosted by Canavan Research Illinois (CRI), was held October 25th, 2003 at the Hyatt Hotel,  Deerfield, IL. We had a wonderful turnout featuring a delicious dinner, gorgeous decorations, fabulous music, interactive dancers, and spectacular auction items. Ilyce Randell, President of CRI, presented Dr. Paola Leone (pictured L.) with the 'Scientist of the Year' award in recognition of Dr. Leone's achievements in the field of Canavan disease research. These achievements were helped made possible with the support of CRI.

A highlight of the evening was when Max Randell surprised everyone by guiding Celeste Stern in a wheelchair dance around the floor. Max, maneuvered his power chair to pull Celeste to the music. Bunnie Dewar, occupational therapist from the Gillet Educational Center, is pictured with the children. 

Peggy Shapiro-Nyeholt (CRI Vice President and Max's 'Gammie') pictured with daughter Ilyce, is the chairman of the Auction committee.  This year's auction featured a wide variety of generously donated items  and Hollywood luminaries joined forces with us by donating signed scripts and photographs to help us to raise much needed funds. 

Paola Leone and Max shared a moment together prior to Ilyce and Paola presenting Max with a victory medal for inspiring our fight against Canavan disease. 

*  Photos of The 5th Annual Ball are courtesy of L.W. Larsen Photography. To view more photos of the Canavan Charity Ball, visit Photo reflect.

'Kids for Canavan Day' was hosted by Dinorex Oct. 2003, Max, pictured with mom Ilyce, and "Gampa", CRI Director and Webmaster Jim Nyeholt.