Twenty years ago, Odyssey House COO John Tavolacci had a vision: to bring people together through running as a way to strengthen recovery, resilience, and community. That vision became the Run for Your Life 5K.
Since then, the program has grown into something even bigger: a 50-member marathon team showing the world that recovery isn’t just possible—it’s powerful.
In our latest video, hear directly from John as he shares the origin story of Run for Your Life and how it grew into a movement of strength and hope.
Don’t forget to join us on Saturday, September 27 for the 20th Annual Run for Your Life 5K Run & Recovery Walk. Celebrate the past, be part of the future. Register now!