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
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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.

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In Support Of Staff

Thank you to the staff for dedicated hard work against one of the hardest enduring symptoms to handle

United States of America

9 months ago

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Photo shared for in memory of Jake Skolarus

In Memory Of Jake Skolarus

He was loved by many and had tremendous impact during his time with us.

United States of America

9 months ago

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In Memory Of James Stokes

James Stokes — the friend who could turn any chat into a laugh and every story into a …

Canada

9 months ago

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In Honor Of Kaushlya Verma

In memory of grandma

United States of America

9 months ago

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In Support Of Cancer patients

I may not fully understand the pain you're going through, but I want you to know I'm rooting …

Canada

9 months ago

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In Memory Of Jake Skolarus

Jake made work feel human. He listened, really listened, and made sure everyone had a voice. Even in …

United States of America

9 months ago

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Photo shared for in support of Health Professionals

In Support Of Health Professionals

Healing hearts is as vital as healing bodies. Your support brings peace and strength to those impacted by …

United States of America

9 months ago

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In Honor Of Thuy Truong

Thank you for shining with strength and grace, even through your pain. Your journey inspires me to grow …

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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