Relay For Life Awards

The Pat Flynn Spirit of Relay Awards are intended to honor and recognize those that embody the same spirit of Relay that the “Mother of Relay” – Pat Flynn – inspired in Relay participants around the world.  She helped turn an idea into a movement that would reach countless communities, raising over $7 billion to fight cancer and save lives since the inception of this grassroots concept in 1985.

Awards Criteria

View detailed criteria for the 2026 Spirit of Relay Awards.

Nominate Now!

Visit the nomination form. Nominations are due November 6, 2026.

2025 Awards

Regional Award Winners - Community

Winners of the 2025 regional awards were announced in December.

Regional Award Winners - Campus

Winners of the 2025 campus regional awards were announced in December.

National Award Winners

National Award Winners were announced in February 2026.

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