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
1 Created in 2026
2026 campaign goal 1 of 1,000
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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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In Memory Of Mahavir

I would like to dedicate this tribute to my loved one, in honor of their strength, resilience, and …

India

1 year ago

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In Memory Of My friend's mom

Dear Sujatha Aunty, Your strength through this battle with cancer has been nothing short of inspiring. I can …

India

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Photo shared for in support of All Cancer patients

In Support Of All Cancer patients

You are the bravest creatures on earth !

India

1 year ago

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In Support Of Michael

Japan

1 year ago

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In Support Of All cancer patients

India

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in memory of Mrs. Dimple Raj

In Memory Of Mrs. Dimple Raj

Dimple was a shining light in the lives of everyone who knew her. She fought valiantly against cervical …

India

1 year ago

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In Support Of Cancer Survivors

India

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in memory of Mrs. Priya Murugesan

In Memory Of Mrs. Priya Murugesan

In loving memory of Priya, who bravely fought cervical cancer for six years, I honor her strength and …

India

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.

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