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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Photo shared for in memory of Kumiko

In Memory Of Kumiko

You have shown us a wonderful way of living. Thank you very much.

Japan

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in memory of My father

In Memory Of My father

Dad, you were amazing, working hard and staying positive until the very end. I wish I had realized …

Japan

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in support of Kelsey Dellino

In Support Of Kelsey Dellino

Kelsey Dellino is a loving wife, mother to four boys, amazing friend and mentor. She’s giving, loving, and …

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in memory of Sarah E Greenberg

In Memory Of Sarah E Greenberg

Sarah E Greenberg was a world traveler, best friend with the best laugh, life of the party, littlest …

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in memory of Nancy Staudinger

In Memory Of Nancy Staudinger

Nancy Staudinger was a proud mom of 3, loving wife, domestic goddess & fashionista. She was a "second …

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in support of all cancer patients

In Support Of all cancer patients

I hope you know that you are not alone in this journey. Your strength, courage, and resilience are …

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in support of Dunia Serrano

In Support Of Dunia Serrano

Que Dios te provea la fuerza para afrontar esto. Estamos contigo.

Honduras

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in memory of My Aunt

In Memory Of My Aunt

You were always sharing your deep love to the family and were always beloved by all of us. …

Canada

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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