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 Jake Skolarus

In Memory Of Jake Skolarus

Jake had a lasting impact on me and my family. As someone transitioning out of the military and …

United States of America

9 months ago

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Photo shared for in memory of Peter Wallio

In Memory Of Peter Wallio

If it's cold enough for socks, it's time to sail to warmer waters. Gone but the lessons learned …

United States of America

9 months ago

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Photo shared for in support of My Father

In Support Of My Father

Proud of your strength, keep fighting! You got this!

United States of America

9 months ago

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Photo shared for in honor of Abha Sharma

In Honor Of Abha Sharma

You've gone through so much and come out the other side a survivor! Super proud of you mom …

United States of America

9 months ago

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Photo shared for in support of Sandra Daniel

In Support Of Sandra Daniel

Keep the fight. You are incredibly brave and strong. We love you!

United States of America

9 months ago

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In Memory Of James Stokes

James was an amazing engineer that always led with kindness, he is greatly missed.

United States of America

9 months ago

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In Honor Of James Stoked

Rest in peace

United States of America

9 months ago

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In Support Of Care Teams

Thank you to all nurses who work tirelessly, despite insane hours, to provide cancer patients the care and …

United States of America

9 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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