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Funds raised through Relay For Life directly support breakthrough research, 24/7 support for cancer patients, access to lifesaving screenings, and much more.
- How many countries have Relay For Life?
- What are some fun facts about Relay For Life?
- Who started Relay For Life?
- What happened to Relay For Life?
How many countries have Relay For Life?
Currently, the American Cancer Society partners with 29 countries on six continents, worldwide to host Relay For Life events. The GRFL program gives cancer organizations around the world a platform to increase their visibility and generate cancer awareness.
What are some fun facts about Relay For Life?
The Relay For Life began in 1985 Tacoma, Washington when Dr. Gordon Klatt walked around a track for 24 hours raising $27,000.00 for the American Cancer Society. Relay For Life was born. Anyone who has stepped foot onto a track at Relay For Life has felt the impact that a single event can have on a community.
Who started Relay For Life?
Founded by Dr. Gordy Klatt in Washington in 1985, Relay For Life events can last up 24 hours symbolizing the battle waged around the clock by those facing cancer. In the weeks and months leading up to the event, volunteers, teams and individuals use their creativity to raise cancer-fighting dollars.
What happened to Relay For Life?
For 22 years, Relay for Life was one of the largest fundraising events in DeKalb County in support of the American Cancer Society but three years ago it was suspended due to the pandemic.
