Getting Started
How do I create my luminary?
Click the “Create a Luminary” button. Register and from there you can name your page, add a personal photo and update with your story.
Is there an easy way to share a link to my luminary?
Yes! There are two ways to share your short URL, provided to you when you created your luminary.
- Option 1: Click “log-in” at the top of the website to access your luminary.
- Option 2: Click one of the social links icons on your page. This will post a link directly to your luminary page.
What is The Longest Day?
The Longest Day is the day with the most light — the summer solstice. The Longest Day participants fight the darkness of Alzheimer's and all other dementia through a fundraising activity of their choice on a day that works for them. With sports tournaments, card games, parties, baking and more, participants raise funds to advance the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer's Association.
How long will the luminaries be available?
The luminaries on this website will be available through the end of 2023, closing roughly around 12/31. The Longest Day Winter Solstice Challenge only runs through 12/21, but we will keep the luminaries "lit" and available through the end of the year for any last minute fundraising.
Why can't I log in?
Note that the login for your luminary page is different from the login on The Longest Day website. This is because they are two separate websites. If you have forgotten your login, please use the Forgot password? feature to receive a password reset email.
Fundraising
Why is the money I raised on The Longest Day website not showing on my luminary?
The funds you’ve already raised through The Longest Day’s direct website won’t appear on your luminary page. However, any additional funds you do raise through your luminary will show up on your fundraising page for The Longest Day.
Will the money I raise with my luminary sync to The Longest Day website?
Yes! Any funds you raise through your luminary will show up on your fundraising page for The Longest Day.
Your Dollars at Work
If someone donates to my luminary, where do the funds go?
Every dollar raised benefits those affected by Alzheimer's disease in your community. The Alzheimer’s Association is a global organization, working to advance care, support and research across the world. From face-to face support to online education programs and promising worldwide research initiatives, the money you raise makes a difference in the lives of those facing Alzheimer’s. The Alzheimer’s Association:
- Provides care and support to all those facing Alzheimer's.
- Drives research toward treatment, prevention and, ultimately, a cure.
- Speaks up for the needs and rights of people affected by Alzheimer's.
