Basic Relay Information for Everyone

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What is Relay?

Relay For Life is the American Cancer Society's signature activity. It offers everyone in a community a chance to participate in the fight against cancer. Teams of 8 to 15 people camp out at a local high school, park or fairground and take turns walking or running around a track or path. Each team is asked to have a representative on the track at all times during the event. Relays are 12 to 24 hours in length and go overnight.

Because Relay For Life is a community gathering rather than an athletic event, anyone and everyone can participate. Teams form from businesses, clubs, families, friends, hospitals, churches, schools, and service organizations. Team members share a common purpose — to support the American Cancer Society’s mission.

Relay For Life also raises funds. Each team member is asked to raise a minimum of $100 before the event. Teams solicit donations, have garage sales, hold car washes, and more!

How Can I Participate?

There are many ways to participate with Relay For Life!
Get 8 to 15 folks together and form a team!
Volunteer to help as event staff!
Join the Relay Committee.
Contribute to the newsletter or website!
Help out at the Mary Baldwin College event in the Spring!
If you can contribute in any way, please let us know.