Survivors & Caregivers

We don't face cancer alone and neither should you. We come together every year at more than 5,200 community Relay For Life events around the country and celebrate those individuals who are winning the fight. The American Cancer Society Relay For Life movement is the world's largest support group for survivors and their caregivers.

A cancer survivor is defined by the American Cancer Society as anyone who is living with cancer, from the date of diagnosis. If you have ever heard the words, "You have cancer," we invite you to participate as a survivor.

Whether you're a survivor or caregiver, getting involved in your local Relay For Life event can introduce you to others who are facing the same challenges, and provide opportunities for learning, sharing, and friendship.
 

Survivors

Why Survivors Participate in Relay For Life

  • Meet other cancer survivors who have had the same experiences
  • Become a part of the largest cancer support group in the world
  • Serve as inspiration to those newly diagnosed with the disease
  • Publicly recognize and thank caregivers for their support and commitment


Caregivers

Why Caregivers Participate in Relay For Life

  • Publicly honor and applaud survivors
  • Connect with a community of other caregivers
  • Identify that this is an illness that is faced not individually but together



Get Involved

Get Involved

Survivors and caregivers alike have described attending a Relay For Life event as a life changing experience. Planned activities happen at each event including survivor and caregiver meals, special laps and commemorative mementos. Find out more about your community's event and become a part of the experience.
 


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Relay Rewards

The ACS Rewards program is our way of thanking you for your creativity and passion! Earn points for every dollar raised and you can redeem those points for Relay products and swag.

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Cancer has touched all of us in some way. And we want to stop this disease in its tracks. We'll spend the next few weeks fundraising for the American Cancer Society. Then, on the day of the event, we'll honor the lives lost to cancer, celebrate survivors, and support the caregivers who so selflessly help others.  

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