American Cancer Society

Honor every life touched by cancer

Create a virtual Luminaria for someone you love, then join thousands of lights shared around the world.

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5,710 All-time Luminarias
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How your Luminaria joins the globe

Create a tribute in a few minutes, share it online, and help light a Global Relay For Life event.

  1. Create your tribute Add a name, dedication, country, and optional message or image.
  2. Share it online Your Luminaria gets its own page to share with family, friends, and coworkers.
  3. Light up an event Your Luminaria is displayed at a Global Relay For Life event in the country you selected.

Dedicate a Luminaria

Share a name and country, then add an optional message or image. We will email you when your Luminaria is ready to share.

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Photo shared for in memory of Alice Johnson

In Memory Of Alice Johnson

In memory of my grandmother, who passed away in 2006 just a few days short of her 95th …

United States of America

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In Honor Of Mom

Watching you fight with such grace and unwavering hope has been a powerful lesson in the strength of …

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In Honor Of Mom

I wanted to take a moment to express how deeply I admire and am inspired by you. Your …

United States of America

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In Memory Of Grandfather

I am sorry we never had the chance to meet. I heard that you were radiant, kind and …

Japan

1 year ago

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In Memory Of Mr Roche

We remember and honor Mr. Roche, a cherished neighbor and a profound role model, who bravely faced his …

United States of America

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Photo shared for in support of Ron Weir

In Support Of Ron Weir

My father in law Ron is strong. He's sharp. He's funny. And his daughter is pretty cool too. …

United States of America

1 year ago

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In Support Of everyone

We honor your courage, your perseverance, and your unwavering hope. You are heroes, each and every one of …

United States of America

1 year ago

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In Support Of everyone

To those who have fought, are fighting, and will fight against cancer, this message is for you. Your …

United States of America

1 year ago

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About Light Up the Globe

Learn about the campaign and ACS global work

The American Cancer Society and Global Relay For Life partners bring communities together to honor people affected by cancer and support lifesaving work around the world.

Honor and remember

Dedicate a Luminaria in honor, memory, or support of someone affected by cancer.

Support global care

ACS works with cancer organizations and health systems to improve prevention, navigation, and patient support.

Get involved

Learn about ACS global health work or find a Relay For Life event.

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