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 Juan Montaña

In Honor Of Juan Montaña

Gracias Abuelo por todo lo que hicistes por mi. Siempre sera mi heroe

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in memory of Brian Pace

In Memory Of Brian Pace

You are truly missed. You touched people's lives through your vocation, your beliefs and also through the loving …

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in memory of Grandma

In Memory Of Grandma

Miss you dearly.

United States of America

1 year ago

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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 support of Israel Oros

In Support Of Israel Oros

In the face of adversity, your spirit shines brightly. Hold on to hope, and remember that each small …

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in support of Avinash Jha

In Support Of Avinash Jha

Sending best wishes and thoughts!! You've good this!!

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in memory of Charles Butler Snr

In Memory Of Charles Butler Snr

In memory of my dad Charles Butler love and miss you daily.

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in support of David J Lochridge

In Support Of David J Lochridge

I have all the confidence in the world that you will crush 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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