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 honor of Your Strength

In Honor Of Your Strength

This light is your trophy for bravery and resilience! Your spirit brightens the lives of everyone who hears …

United States of America

1 year ago

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In Support Of Doctors and Nurses

Your dedication to helping patient navigate their treatment and their journey to recovery is greatly appreciated. Thank you …

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in memory of Mrs Rao

In Memory Of Mrs Rao

Mrs Rao was my aunt and I grew up spending a lot of time in her home. She …

India

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in memory of My best friends Mom

In Memory Of My best friends Mom

My best friend Manish's mother was always "auntyji" to me. But in reality was a second mom to …

India

1 year ago

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In Support Of My Aunt

My Aunt (Maasi) is dealing with relapsed cancer and she has been the strongest in this situation amongst …

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in memory of Father

In Memory Of Father

My father-in-law was a loving father, grandfather and friend who loved to travel and spend time with his …

India

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in honor of Father

In Honor Of Father

My father-in-law was a loving father, grandfather and friend who loved to travel and spend time with his …

India

1 year ago

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In Support Of Any battling cancer

Hope you will conquer cancer

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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