Survivors: Celebrating Life

Our goal is to create a world where more people survive cancer so they can celebrate another birthday. This year more than 11 million people will be able to do that thanks to the support of millions of dedicated Relay participants.

Who is a Survivor?
Survivors are the reason we Relay.  A survivor is anyone who has ever heard the words "you have cancer".  We invite all cancer survivors in the community to attend Relay For Life.

Survivors are the guests of honor at Relay. Some Relay For Life events may offer survivors special T-shirts or sashes or hold a special reception for survivors and caregivers. However, most Relays open with the Survivors Lap where survivors lead the way around the track while being honored and applauded by all participants. Being a part of the Survivors Lap allows survivors to celebrate what they’ve overcome while inspiring and motivating their community to fight. Survivors are proof that cancer can be defeated.

If you would like to participate in this year’s Survivors Lap or other activities, please sign up today.

Who is a caregiver?
A caregiver is anyone who lends physical, emotional, or other support to another person at any point during the cancer journey.  We celebrate the many caregivers who have provided countless hours of care and support.  Caregivers come to Relay to celebrate their loved ones and remember those that we have lost.

Contact us
One of the ways the American Cancer Society is saving lives is by helping people get well. We’re in your corner around the clock to guide you through every step of your cancer experience. For more information about the American Cancer Society’s support for survivors and patients, please visit cancer.org or call us anytime, day or night at 1-800-227-2345.  To learn how you can fight back against a disease that takes too much, visit http://www.relayforlife.org/ or learn about other volunteer opportunities here.