Miles for Marybeth 2026

Miles for Marybeth was created to raise awareness of ARDS by celebrating the life of Marybeth Monaghen and all those impacted by ARDS. Marybeth lost her battle with ARDS at the age of 36, August 8th 1998. Each August 8th we ride/walk/swim/run on World ARDS Awareness Day to remember and honor the 200,000 Americans who develop ARDS every year, 40% of whom will lose their lives to it. The funds raised at this event will help us support the ARDS Community and raise awareness for ARDS. About ARDS Alliance ARDS Alliance Inc. is dedicated to promoting and furthering charitable, education and scientific opportunities for the advancement of awareness, research and to improve the quality of life for all those affected by Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). ARDS Alliance is a 501C3 organization – all donations are tax deductible to the full extent of the law under Tax ID 87-2662826.