Relay For Life is more than a walk – it’s a chance to come together in your local community or on campus to celebrate cancer survivors and caregivers, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against every cancer.  Relay For Life brings together passionate supporters who embody the American Cancer Society’s vision to end cancer as we know it, for everyone.

Relay For Life events are community / campus based and volunteer driven.  We thank you for playing an integral role in hosting Relay in your community / on campus by volunteering as the event lead. No matter what your “community” looks like – your town or county, your campus or school building – your ACS staff partners are to support and coach you through the season.

This guide is intended to assist you, as Event Lead, in building your Event Leadership Team (ELT) and planning your event for this season.  Within this guide, you’ll find helpful tools and resources you can use to make your Relay season a success.  If you have questions or need further assistance, your ACS staff partner will be able to help.  Be sure to stay in communication with them throughout the season.