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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In Support Of Charlotte Donovan

You have been the bravest little girl I know! I am so proud of you for staying strong …

United States of America

1 year ago

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In Support Of Caregivers

Taking a moment to thank you for all that you do to support your loved one going through …

Canada

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in memory of Megan

In Memory Of Megan

A life too short your family miss you so much

Canada

1 year ago

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In Memory Of Christian Berger

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in memory of My Dad Volodymyr

In Memory Of My Dad Volodymyr

We remember you and love you so much. You are the protective angel to my kids and me!

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in memory of Jerry Huard

In Memory Of Jerry Huard

Miss you so much Grandpa!

United States of America

1 year ago

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In Memory Of Friends

Your strength and determination were a beacon of hope. You navigated those tough times with such elegance. We …

India

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in support of Rick Osterberg

In Support Of Rick Osterberg

Keep fighting the good fight, Bergie. You are so strong!

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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