Fundraising

Relay For Life is a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society where you can celebrate cancer survivors and remember those no longer here. The American Cancer Society is the only organization that integrates advocacy, research, and patient support to measurably improve the lives of cancer patients and their families. You will become an advocate to share the work of the American Cancer Society to personally impact the fight against cancer.

Fundraising is a lot easier than you think! The first step? Set a fundraising goal. Then check out all the fundraising resources on this page to get started! Looking for inspiration? Check out Relay For Life resources.

How Fundraising Makes a Difference

Transportation

In 2022, more than 34,000 individuals received more than 305,000 free rides through our transportation grants.

Hope Lodge

In 2022, more than 19,400 patients and caregivers received 329,000 nights of free lodging at one of 31 Hope Lodge facilities.

Health Equity

We are currently funding 63 grants related to cancer disparities and health equity for a total of over $56.4 million. In 2022, we invested an additional $15.4 million in programs designed to increase the diversity of the cancer workforce.

Ways to Fundraise

Facebook Fundraiser

Fundraise directly within your own network with a Facebook Fundraiser. You can easily connect yours through the mobile FUNdraising App or through your Relay event dashboard.

Mobile Fundraising App

Text and email friends, accept donations and track your fundraising goal with the mobile FUNdraising App.

Team Resources

Turn an activity you’re passionate about into a fundraiser and manage it entirely on your own. Anything goes!

Hope Club

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Once you raise a minimum of $100, you join our Hope Club, a group of dedicated participants who have achieved this fundraising goal, and you will receive our special Hope Club shirt to wear proudly at your event.

Hope Club is a huge accomplishment, but you don't have to stop here! You can keep fundraising to earn ACS Rewards points that can be redeemed for cool Relay swag. And every dollar you raise funds more research breakthroughs, more 24/7 helpline calls, and more support for those who need it most.

Grand Club and All Star

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Raise $1,000 to join our Grand Club or raise $2,500 for entry into our exclusive All Star Club. Both fundraising clubs come with exclusive member benefits, special gifts, and bragging rights.