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Relay For Life is the American Cancer Society's nation signature activity. Since it's conception, Relay has raised millions of dollars across the country in the fight against cancer. The Relay is an all night, non-athletic family oriented team event that celebrates cancer survivorship, health, teamwork and the community. Because of its unique format, its novel approach to "FUN raising", and its focus on the cancer experience, Relay continues to grow at a phenomenal rate, breaking income and participation records in communities large and small.
Corporate and community teams come together in a friendly competition to see who can raise the most money and have the most fun! Many groups are now using the Relay as a team-building activity or even the company picnic. Teams of 8 to 15 members are organized and led by a team captain. During the event, each team has a representative on the track at all times, either walking or running in relay-style shifts. On-site team competitions can include campsite creativity, best pajamas, or most money raised.
The Cancer Survivor's Victory Lap is the first lap of the Relay and kicks off the celebration. All area cancer survivors and their families are invited to participate in the opening ceremonies of the Relay.
After sunset, our very special Luminary Ceremony takes place. Luminaries will line the track and are lit during a program to remember or honor loved ones touched by cancer. A favorite segment among Relay participants, the Luminary Ceremony reminds us of the importance of continuing our crusade.
RESEARCH FACTS
- Scientists supported by the American Cancer Society have made great contributions.
- Established the link between cigarette smoking and lung cancer.
- Demonstrated the effectiveness of the Papanicolaou smear in detecting cervical cancer at an early stage.
- Proved the safety and effectiveness of mammograms.
- Defined the structure of DNA
- Proved the efficacy of lumpectomy compared with mastectomy when breast cancer is detected early
- New data show the first continuous and sustainable decline in the age-adjusted cancer mortality rate in the U.S. from 1990 to 1995. This downturn shows how the cumulative effect of prevention, early detection, and treatment has saved thousands of lives.
- One out of two persons survive cancer at least five years after treatment.Sixty years ago, one out of five was saved.
- Thirty scientists supported by the American Cancer Society went on to win the Nobel Prize.
Participating as a Corporate Sponsor
Corporate Sponsors help create community awareness and underwrite the costs of the Relay event. There are varying levels of sponsorship and sponsors receive recognition for their involvement.
If you company would like to participate as a Corporate Sponsor, contact
Participating as a Survivor
Survivors are the reason we are there. Relay for Life is about the community taking up the fight and raising funds to find the cure for cancer. The kickoff lap is walked by cancer survivors and is one of the most powerful moments of the event. If you are or know of someone who is a cancer survivor, contact
Participating with a Donation
The purpose of the event is raising funds. If you are unable to participate that night, your donation made payable to the American Cancer Society will be greatly appreciated. And another meaningful way to donate is with a Luminary.
Luminaries can be purchased in honor of a cancer survivor or in memory of your loved one who lost that battle. At sunset, the track, lined with all the luminary candles, will be aglow and the laps walked will be in silence. The luminaries will then burn thoughout the evening as a reminder to all participants of the reason for the Relay.
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