Don a snail avatar and race against other snails to fight cancer? Yes, that’s one of the ways you can contribute in Second Life to the fight against cancer.

The American Cancer Society‘s Relay for Life not only allows teams of people around the physical world to raise money to fight cancer, but also around the virtual world of Second Life. There are several ways in Second Life in which you can contribute to the fight, including a silent art auction, donation kiosks, and a snail race.

Site of the Midsummer’s Eve Relay For Life Benefit

One way to contribute is by bidding for art at a silent auction on American Cancer Society Island. There you’ll find an array of sculptures and other artwork on a beach, where you can place a bid for your favorite pieces. Winning bids go to the Cancer Society.

Another way to contribute is to donate Lindens. There are over two dozen locations around Second Life, including clubs, fashion centers, a role playing club, the Pink Panthers store, and yes, the Giant Snail Cross Country Race. You can find all of them by clicking on Search in your Second Life viewer, and typing "Relay for Life". As of this writing, there are over 800 entries for events, teams, and places involved in the Relay for Life, including two of a number of benefit events being held this coming Saturday, June 20: the Giant Snail Cross Country Race and the Midsummer’s Eve Relay For Life Benefit, a concert that will feature live performers and DJs.

The Giant Snail Cross Country Race