I CAN. AND, I WILL.
It's hard to believe that it's been 8 years since Olivia's Morquio diagnosis. Our world was turned upside down in 2018. After several months of not knowing why our little girl stopped growing and was always in pain and didn't want to walk, we learned that Olivia had a rare genetic disorder with no cure. We were devastated, but we knew we couldn't give up, we had to move forward. Inspired by Olivia's unwavering spirit and driven by love, we put one foot in front of the other and said, "I Can and I Will."
Join us in celebrating our 7th year of the annual race dedicated to Olivia Vitello and help raise money for Seattle Children's Hospital.
This professionally timed event comes with finishing medals, fun swag, and 100% of proceeds will benefit the uncompensated care fund at Seattle Children's Hospital, providing medical care to children in our region regardless of their family's ability to pay.
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ABOUT I CAN AND I WILL
At Olivia’s 6-year wellness visit, her parents, Josh and Alisa Vitello, learned that she had fallen off the growth chart. Her mobility was limited and she was always tired. After months of tests and specialist visits, her doctors diagnosed her with Morquio syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that affects a child's bones, spine, organs, and physical abilities. One way to slow this progressive disorder is through a costly, 5-hour, weekly enzyme infusion she’ll need for her entire life. Since her diagnosis, Olivia has had almost a dozen surgeries and around 400 infusions. Some have been harder than others. But with a brave attitude and the mantra, “I can. And I WILL.” Olivia is doing all the work to be a good patient and a happy, outgoing sophomore in high school.
Despite this difficult diagnosis, her family is thankful she is receiving best in class care at Seattle Children’s Hospital. They want everyone who goes in to the hospital to receive the same great care. This run was inspired by Olivia, her strength and resilience, and the I Can And I Will mantra. The mission of this event is to help patients and their families focus on their health and not fear the financial burdens that come with the high cost of medical care.
Join us in making a difference for children in our community!
ABOUT THE RUN
Join us on Sunday, October 18th, 2026 for an unforgettable experience!
Whether you prefer to run in person or virtually, we've got you covered. Our 3.1 mile course takes you through the beautiful Green Lake Community Center and baseball fields, while the 10K route will be the Green Lake loops inside and outside path.
Kids can also participate with our 1-mile and kids dash.
Every step you take will make a difference in the lives of families facing difficult diagnoses and financial hardship. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make a positive impact!
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