We are incredibly honored to share that the Monarch Mental Health Foundation has been featured in Brickell Magazine and Key Biscayne Magazine—a meaningful milestone in our journey to create a world where mental health conversations are met with compassion, understanding, and hope.

The feature highlights the heart behind Monarch: a foundation born from love, loss, and the unwavering belief that no one should have to face their mental health journey alone. Founded in memory of licensed mental health professional Miriam Rivero, Monarch was created to transform personal tragedy into lasting impact by breaking the stigma surrounding mental health and fostering meaningful community connections.

Over the past few years, we’ve had the privilege of bringing our mission to life through wellness experiences, educational initiatives, fundraising events, and community partnerships across South Florida. From our annual Monarch Open Pickleball Tournament to collaborative events that encourage open conversations around emotional well-being, every initiative is designed to remind people that asking for help is a sign of strength—not weakness.

Being recognized by two of Miami’s premier lifestyle publications is about far more than media exposure. It represents something much bigger: the continued normalization of mental health conversations in our community. Publications like Brickell Magazine and Key Biscayne Magazine reach thousands of readers throughout South Florida, helping amplify stories that inspire positive change and encourage others to prioritize their mental well-being.

This recognition belongs to every person who has supported Monarch along the way—our volunteers, donors, sponsors, community partners, board members, and every individual who has shared their story with courage and vulnerability. Your belief in our mission allows us to continue creating safe spaces where people feel seen, heard, and supported.

A very special thank you to Eliane Noble for believing in our mission and helping bring Monarch’s story to the pages of Brickell Magazine and Key Biscayne Magazine. We are deeply grateful for your support, your trust, and your commitment to highlighting organizations making a meaningful impact in our community. Your generosity in sharing our story allows us to reach new audiences, inspire important conversations, and continue spreading hope to those who need it most.

As we look ahead, we remain committed to expanding access to mental health resources, growing our community impact, and continuing to advocate for a future where mental health is treated with the same importance as physical health.

To everyone who has been part of this journey: thank you. Your support creates a ripple effect that extends far beyond any single event or article. Together, we are changing the conversation around mental health—one story, one connection, and one act of kindness at a time.

We invite you to read the full feature and learn more about the mission that continues to inspire everything we do. Together, we can continue creating a community where hope, healing, and connection flourish.

Brickell Key Magazine Feature: HERE

Key Biscayne Magazine Feature: HERE