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.
5,710
All-time Luminarias
1
Created in 2026
2026 campaign goal
1 of 1,000
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.
- Create your tribute Add a name, dedication, country, and optional message or image.
- Share it online Your Luminaria gets its own page to share with family, friends, and coworkers.
- 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 Sherri Thomas
You are a true friend who always puts other's needs ahead of her own. Your compassion is unmatched. …
United States of America
1 year ago
View and shareIn Support Of Carson Helton
Dedicating this Luminaria to my cousin Carson who is battling brain cancer. We are the same age (32) …
United States of America
1 year ago
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In Support Of Chris Bilodeau
Don't give up hope, we cherish and love you and you will overcome this.
United States of America
1 year ago
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In Memory Of giagia Stavroula
In memory of our beloved grandmother, whose strength and love shone brightly even in the face of cancer. …
United Kingdom
1 year ago
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In Support Of Pink Ribbon
Breast Cancer Awareness
United States of America
1 year ago
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In Honor Of Richard Aufmann
Grandpa, you were and still are my hero. I miss you every single day. I miss your hugs, …
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.
