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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In Memory Of Ajit kaka

We miss you dearly! Your memories are cherished, and you are always in our thoughts and conversations. I …

United States of America

1 year ago

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In Memory Of Michelle McDowell

You were the brightest light in many people's lives and will be so greatly missed!

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in memory of Mehdi Mansouri

In Memory Of Mehdi Mansouri

Amoo Mehdi, you're truly missed.

United States of America

1 year ago

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In Honor Of Jodi Kruse

Cancer Warrior and Survivor, a true fighter and a dear friend.

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in memory of My uncle

In Memory Of My uncle

Unfortunately lost you too early. Miss you and always remembering you. Thank you for showing me how to …

United Kingdom

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in memory of Arthur Burdick

In Memory Of Arthur Burdick

My grandfathers were both taken too soon. My dad's father at 42 related to DDT/agent orange exposure in …

United States of America

1 year ago

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In Support Of Alex Kunz

Thinking of you and sending hope and light your way

United States of America

1 year ago

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In Memory Of Nana

We miss you and love you for the time you gave us

Australia

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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