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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Recent Luminarias

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Photo shared for in memory of Ann Jernigan

In Memory Of Ann Jernigan

The best aunt ever. You are so missed!

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in memory of Father

In Memory Of Father

wishing you a speedy recovery during this difficult time

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in memory of Jean Michely

In Memory Of Jean Michely

We miss you

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in memory of Edith Obodo

In Memory Of Edith Obodo

Thank you for being the best auntie someone could ask for! We miss you everyday!

United States of America

1 year ago

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In Memory Of My Parents

Thanks for supporting me all those times I needed.

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in support of Fathima Palath

In Support Of Fathima Palath

I am so proud of your incredible strength and bravery in fighting cancer. Your courage is truly inspiring.

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in honor of Cancer Survivors

In Honor Of Cancer Survivors

For anyone who has been affected by cancer

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in support of Father

In Support Of Father

You beat the odds, but its a lifelong impact - stay strong

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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