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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Recent Luminarias

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Photo shared for in memory of Emily O'Stricker

In Memory Of Emily O'Stricker

Mom...you have always been the rainbow in my cloud. Now when I look towards the clouds, I know …

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in memory of family member

In Memory Of family member

Miss you!

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in memory of Suresh Gadde

In Memory Of Suresh Gadde

I’m sharing this image in memory of my friend who lost his life to cancer. His incredible courage …

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in support of Steven Tisdale

In Support Of Steven Tisdale

No one likes to hear this news but we serve a big God and are praying for your …

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in honor of Avanel M.

In Honor Of Avanel M.

Your singing always inspired me as we went through High School together. I can't wait to hear you …

Jamaica

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in support of Cancer Patients

In Support Of Cancer Patients

This is for all struggling with the impact of cancer. Keep fighting and never give up hope!

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in support of a friend

In Support Of a friend

stay strong

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in honor of Steve Baron

In Honor Of Steve Baron

I am happy that you beat this one!

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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