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 memory of Annie B. Bess

In Memory Of Annie B. Bess

Grandma, Not a day goes by that we don't miss you—your laughter, your smile, your gentle hands, your …

United States of America

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Photo shared for in memory of Annie B. Bess

In Memory Of Annie B. Bess

Not a day goes by that we don't miss you—your laughter, your smile, your gentle hands, your warm …

United States of America

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Photo shared for in memory of Charles Gordon

In Memory Of Charles Gordon

For my Uncle Charles, may we meet again someday.

United States of America

1 year ago

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In Honor Of John Park

I would like to dedicate this Luminaria to my father, John Y. Park, a Korean War veteran and …

United States of America

1 year ago

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In Honor Of Farrah

Your strength through your journey was inspiring. I am so glad to see you on the other side …

United States of America

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Photo shared for in memory of Abby Epeneter

In Memory Of Abby Epeneter

F#ck Cancer

United States of America

1 year ago

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In Support Of Thanasi

You are our Marathon Man!

United States of America

1 year ago

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In Honor Of Barbara Heath

In honor of my grandmother Barbara Heath, I honor your fight against cancer and stand with you in …

United States of America

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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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