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.

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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In Honor Of All Affected by Canc

This Luminaria bag is dedicated to all those impacted by cancer—survivors, fighters, and those we have lost. As …

United States of America

1 year ago

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In Support Of Arjun's mom

Stay strong <3

United States of America

1 year ago

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In Memory Of Connie Goodby

Miss you every day, Nanna. You were loved so very much.

United Kingdom

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in support of Medical pros

In Support Of Medical pros

To the Doctors, nurses and all the other team members that work with patients, thank you for your …

United States of America

1 year ago

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In Support Of Jenine Haugh

Your courage in fighting cancer inspires us. We’re here with you, supporting you with all our love. Stay …

United States of America

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in memory of Hugh Doolin

In Memory Of Hugh Doolin

You continue to light up our world with our precious memories of you.

United Kingdom

1 year ago

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Photo shared for in honor of Mike Kruzeniski

In Honor Of Mike Kruzeniski

Canada

1 year ago

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In Support Of Clara Lackey

Your perseverance and dedication to living life on your terms is inspiring.

United States of America

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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