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
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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 Support Of Kris A.

There are so many obstacles and challenges you have faced since you turned 17, but you have not …

United States of America

1 year ago

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In Support Of Finding a Cure

Alive today because of treatment for cancer

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in memory of Milton Belnap

In Memory Of Milton Belnap

We miss you every day, and still talk you. Your memory lives on ❤️

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in memory of Meena

In Memory Of Meena

Meenakshi, you are loved and missed every single day. May your light and energy shine bright in the …

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in support of Neal

In Support Of Neal

Keep on fighting for your daughters and grand-daughters!

United States of America

1 year ago

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In Support Of Jenny Reed

One of the strongest people I know, never gives up and continues to fight. You got this!

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in memory of Manuel Rodriguez

In Memory Of Manuel Rodriguez

Hasta que nos veamos otra vez popsicle.

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in memory of Irma Hossman

In Memory Of Irma Hossman

We miss you every day. You were so graceful and courageous in your fight, and I admire you …

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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