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 support of Lauren Williams

In Support Of Lauren Williams

Your faith, strength, and courage are truly inspiring!

United States of America

8 months ago

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Photo shared for in support of Eileen Wilburn

In Support Of Eileen Wilburn

You fight with grace and strength - keep kicking cancer's butt!

United States of America

8 months ago

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Photo shared for in honor of Jerry Seabolt

In Honor Of Jerry Seabolt

Always a beacon of strength and kindness. You've shown everyone around you the fight and spirit to overcome!

United States of America

8 months ago

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Photo shared for in memory of Paul

In Memory Of Paul

You may be gone from our sight, but never from our hearts.

United States of America

8 months ago

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Photo shared for in honor of Everyone!

In Honor Of Everyone!

Every step you take, every moment you endure, is a testament to your strength, courage, and resilience. Whether …

United States of America

8 months ago

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Photo shared for in honor of Hilda

In Honor Of Hilda

Your strength, courage, and resilience are truly inspiring. You've faced one of life’s toughest battles and emerged with …

United States of America

8 months ago

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Photo shared for in honor of Cheryl Soresen

In Honor Of Cheryl Soresen

Your strength is a beacon of hope. You’ve faced one of life’s toughest battles with courage, grace, and …

United States of America

8 months ago

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Photo shared for in honor of Becky Helms

In Honor Of Becky Helms

Mom — this light carries our love and faith. You are stronger than cancer, and brighter days are …

United States of America

8 months 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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