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 Edward Frank

In Memory Of Edward Frank

My Grandfather, Edward Frank, known as "Gaga" to me, passed away at the young age of 72. He …

United States of America

2 years ago

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Photo shared for in memory of Jason Denham

In Memory Of Jason Denham

Remembering you always Jase. Miss you mate. xx

United Kingdom

2 years ago

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Photo shared for in honor of My Aunt Linda

In Honor Of My Aunt Linda

You inspire me every day. You did not let cancer stop you, you fought and survived!

United States of America

2 years ago

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In Support Of Diane Murg

Congratulations on beating lung cancer and in memory of all of those who are still fighting.

United States of America

2 years ago

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Photo shared for in memory of Jan Cowles

In Memory Of Jan Cowles

United States of America

2 years ago

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Photo shared for in memory of Lucille Terlecky

In Memory Of Lucille Terlecky

In memory of a beloved, mother, daughter, wife, sister and friend who's amazing and beautiful spirit is lovingly …

United States of America

2 years ago

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Photo shared for in memory of Karen Rohner

In Memory Of Karen Rohner

You're always in our thoughts and hearts! I miss you so much!

United States of America

2 years ago

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Photo shared for in honor of my brother

In Honor Of my brother

I'm so grateful for your strength to make cancer history.

United States of America

2 years 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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