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.

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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 support of Lennette Natucci

In Support Of Lennette Natucci

You are strong and will beat this. F-Cancer!

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in support of Alvin

In Support Of Alvin

Eres el papa mas bueno del mundo y el mas fuerte!

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in support of Jie Zong

In Support Of Jie Zong

Dad, I was inspired by your courage. You and mom have worked so hard these past two years …

United States of America

1 year ago

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In Memory Of Gloria Gregerson

Gloria had leukemia. She received it from nuclear bomb testings in Nevada. Residents were told it was safe. …

United States of America

1 year ago

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In Memory Of John Hatridge

John had throat cancer. Remembering his tenacity.

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in support of Malvika's Dad

In Support Of Malvika's Dad

Uncle, you have inspired us with your drive and spirit all these years. I know it's been tough, …

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in support of Rithika's Dad

In Support Of Rithika's Dad

Uncle, you have inspired us with your drive and spirit all these years. I know it's been tough, …

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in support of ACS

In Support Of ACS

Together, we can make a difference in the fight against cancer. The American Cancer Society is dedicated to …

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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