º¬Ðß²ÝÓ°Ôº

For 40 years, communities across the country ¡ª and around the world ¡ª have come together through Relay For Life? to honor and remember loved ones, celebrate survivors, and take action to help end cancer as we know it, for everyone.

Relay For Life is more than an event ¡ª it¡¯s a volunteer-powered movement. Survivors, caregivers, families, friends, and passionate community members unite to raise funds that fuel the American Cancer Society¡¯s lifesaving mission through advocacy, research, and patient support.

There are many ways to get involved. You can serve as an event volunteer, join your local Event Leadership Team, participate as a team captain or fundraiser, or help create new ways to engage your community. Thanks to its unique volunteer-driven model, Relay For Life is the world¡¯s largest peer-to-peer fundraising event dedicated to saving lives from cancer. We are always looking for people with creativity, compassion, and a desire to make a difference.

Ways to Get Involved

• Volunteer to support event planning, logistics, and community engagement.
• Lead as part of your local Relay For Life Event Leadership Team.
• Fundraise by participating as an individual or team.
• Innovate by helping us create new ways to celebrate, remember, and take action year-round.

Location

Opportunities available?nationwide.??

Time Commitment

Varies depending on your role and level of involvement. Flexible opportunities available.

Training

• Event Leadership Team members may complete training and orientation specific to their roles.
• Day-of-event volunteers may receive on-site training.

Benefits

By volunteering with Relay For Life, you¡¯ll be helping create a world where cancer no longer threatens our loved ones. It¡¯s an opportunity to honor survivors and caregivers, remember those we¡¯ve lost, support your community, build friendships, learn new skills, and have fun ¡ª all while making an incredible impact. You can volunteer individually or with friends, family, or co-workers.

Volunteer Positions and Responsibilities

• Event Leadership Team members help plan and promote the event, recruit and motivate teams and sponsors, and create a meaningful day-of experience through ceremonies and community activities.
• Day-of-event volunteers support logistics, participant engagement, information booths, setup/tear down, and more.
• Team members and team captains lead fundraising and participation efforts before and during the event.

Additional Requirements

• Requirements vary by role.
• Participants (team members or captains) must register for the event.
• Many volunteer opportunities are posted directly on your local Relay For Life event website. You can also explore additional opportunities through our Volunteer Community ¡ª just select "Relay For Life" in the program filter.

Get Started