by Carolyn | Sep 5, 2025 | Run for Your Life
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...
by Carolyn | Aug 27, 2025 | Run for Your Life
For two decades, the Run for Your Life 5K has been more than a race—it’s been a celebration of resilience, hope, and community. This year, we’re honoring that legacy with a video series featuring alumni and clients sharing how running and the Odyssey House community...
by Carolyn Abrams | Jun 3, 2025 | events, Run for Your Life
CELEBRATE RECOVERY DAY IN NYC! Saturday, September 27, 2025. Please join Odyssey House in commemorating the 20th Anniversary of our Run for Your Life 5K Run and Recovery Walk! Enjoy the natural splendor of Randall’s Island Park on a 5K course featuring urban...
by Carolyn Abrams | Feb 21, 2025 | marathon
Lace up your sneakers and get ready to make every mile count at the 2025 TCS NYC Marathon! We are excited to announce that Odyssey House has again been selected as an official charity partner of the 2025 TCS NYC Marathon! Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just...
by Carolyn Abrams | Feb 9, 2025 | in the news
As part of their Black History Month coverage, PIX11’s James Ford profiled Andre Matthews, Director of Recreational Services, and our Odyssey House running program. By James Ford PIX11 He was a homeless drug addict who’s not only been clean and sober for nearly...
