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Empower people to take action against rare diseases and be a catalyst for the medical community to find cures

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Marist

Chapter Established in 2019
Life Time Total $29,905.63
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Uplifting Athletes Mission

is to inspire the rare disease community with hope through the power of sport. Our vision is to empower people to take action against rare diseases and be a catalyst for the medical community to find cures.

Marist

Chapter Leadership

Current Chapter Leaders

Paul Olivett
President
Paul Olivett
President

Paul Olivett is a graduate of State College High School, home of Penn State University. He was familiar with Uplifting Athletes through the Penn State Chapter and its Lift For Life event and wants to use his platform as a college football player to make a difference at Marist. So the redshirt freshman contacted the Uplifting Athletes staff early in 2019 and worked hard to launch the Marist Chapter.  In early May of that year, the Red Foxes held their inaugural Lift For Life.

“Starting an Uplifting Athletes chapter at Marist is an opportunity I couldn’t pass up. I’ve always wanted to get involved in the community and help those who need it and with Uplifting Athletes I believe that’s possible. Using the platform of Uplifting Athletes and the Marist Football team I hope we are able to continue the goal of spreading awareness and support for rare diseases. On behalf of Marist and the football team we cannot thank Uplifting Athletes enough and look forward to being a part of the many college teams tackling rare diseases.”

A third year player who will play safety after a standout high school career, Paul made his collegiate debut during the 2019 season and recorded his first tackle against Dartmouth. Marist did not have a 2020 season.

Official Marist Bio

Luke Paladino
Vice President
Luke Paladino
Vice President

Luke Paladino became an impact player for the Red Foxes in 2019 and now is looking to make an impact serving the Rare Disease Community. Luke participated in the inaugural Marist Chapter Lift For Life in 2019 and volunteered to assume a leadership role. He attended the 2020 and 2021 Leadership Development Conference and is excited to help the Marist program support the rare disease cause.

Originally from Rochester, New York, Luke took over the kicking duties as a redshirt freshman in ‘19 and delivered 61 points for the Red Foxes. He tied the program record with a 49-yard field goal, missed only three of his 14 attempts and nailed three field goals of 45 or more yards. Luke was a PFL All-Academic Honor Roll selection and was also a PFL honorable mention pick following the 2019 season. Marist did not have a 2020 season.

Official Marist Bio

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Leverage public interest to cultivate resources that accelerate scientific advancements for rare diseases

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