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 memory of Brother

In Memory Of Brother

Your memory will forever be with us!!

India

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in memory of Dwight Miles Jr.

In Memory Of Dwight Miles Jr.

A life well lived is a precious gift of hope, strength & grace from someone who has made …

United States of America

1 year ago

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In Memory Of Ammini Chacko

One last chat, I wish..

United States of America

1 year ago

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In Honor Of Manoj Chacko

You are at peace and your family is thriving. You are still their foundation.

United States of America

1 year ago

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In Support Of Sarala Devi Bharthip

You won the fight! You are an inspiration to all those that continue to battle cancer

United States of America

1 year ago

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In Memory Of Noel McNab

A wonderful mum, the light of our lives.

United Kingdom

1 year ago

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In Memory Of Elly Voorneveld

Lieve Mama, ik mis je nog elke dag! Ik ben dankbaar voor al je offers en liefde. Daarnaast …

Switzerland

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in support of Caregivers

In Support Of Caregivers

Dedicating this moment to pay special thanks to all caregivers of cancer patients who have helped their loved …

India

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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