Thanks to the efforts of more than 15,000 participants over a 24-hour period, €1,254,463 was raised to support patients and their families, fund prevention initiatives and support scientific research.

“Relais pour la vie is a powerful symbol. A symbol of hope, solidarity and continuity. Because when it comes to cancer, the journey does not end with the diagnosis or the completion of treatment. It is a long-term struggle, with many needs – human, practical and essential.” These words, spoken by Dr Carole Bauer, President of Fondation Cancer, during the opening ceremony, fully reflect the spirit of the 2026 edition of Relais pour la vie, which once again brought together an exceptional level of support.

On 21 and 22 March, more than 15,000 participants, divided into 548 teams, came together to show their solidarity with cancer patients and their loved ones, in an atmosphere that was both moving and full of hope. For 24 hours, the teams took turns, both in person and remotely, forming a continuous human chain.

A review of the 2026 Relais pour la vie:

• 548 teams;

• 15,868 participants;

• 384 survivors & caregivers;

• 309 volunteers;

• €1,254,463 million raised.

The 2026 Trophées de l’Espoir

Every year, Fondation Cancer recognises the teams that have raised the most money in their category through the Trophées de l’Espoir awards.

The winners for 2026 are:

• associations and clubs: Maison Relais Mondercange – €9,150;

• schools: Atert Lycée Redingen – €50,100

• small businesses: Team Candy Constructions Center – 7 220 €;

• medium-sized enterprises: A&O Shearman – Always Together – 11.500€;

• large companies: BNP Paribas – €37,231;

• institutions: European Investment Fund – 19.953€;

• healthcare professions: Robert Schuman Hospitals – €12,750;

• supporters: Team Sandy – 16.807€.

Thanks to the funds raised during the 2026 Relais pour la vie, Fondation Cancer will be able to continue its work to save lives, prevent cancer and support those affected by the disease.

Photos and videos from the 2026 event are available at relaispourlavie.lu.

Fondation Cancer: for you, with you, thanks to you.

Founded in Luxembourg in 1994, Fondation Cancer has been working tirelessly for 30 years in the fight against cancer. Alongside providing information focused on prevention, screening and living with cancer, one of its missions is to support patients and their loved ones. Funding cancer research projects is the third pillar of the Fondation Cancer’s work; the organisation also runs the major charity event Relais pour la vie every year. All these initiatives are made possible thanks to the generosity of our donors.

For further information, please visit www.cancer.lu

A full version of this article is also available in French.