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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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 support of all cancer patients

In Support Of all cancer patients

We are all here to support you! Lots of love and support from Japan :)

Japan

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In Honor Of Steve Jobs

In memory of Steve Jobs, a visionary who transformed the tech industry and inspired millions. Your creativity and …

United States of America

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Photo shared for in memory of My Grandpa

In Memory Of My Grandpa

I miss spending every summer with you :) You are the light of my life!

United States of America

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Photo shared for in memory of My Grandpa

In Memory Of My Grandpa

I miss spending every summer with you :)

United States of America

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Photo shared for in support of All Cancer Patients

In Support Of All Cancer Patients

Your strength and resilience in the face of adversity are truly inspiring. Remember, you are not alone on …

United States of America

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Photo shared for in support of All Cancer Patients

In Support Of All Cancer Patients

Your journey is a testament to incredible strength and unyielding spirit. We stand with you, offering our love …

Japan

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in support of All Cancer Patients

In Support Of All Cancer Patients

Never give up!

Singapore

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Photo shared for in honor of John Xu

In Honor Of John Xu

Congratulations on winning this incredible fight! Your courage and resilience have inspired us all, and we couldn’t be …

Singapore

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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