Miles and Smiles

Miles & Smiles: A Movement for Mental Health

In Memory of Anthony Tricarico

Our Story

Born from profound loss and transformed into purposeful action, Miles & Smiles is an of the year movement launching November 3, 2025, through the Endurant Movement.

 We honor Anthony "Ant" Tricarico – a vibrant soul whose journey, though marked by challenges with autism and silent battles that led to his suicide, continues to inspire us to create a world where no one suffers alone.

Ant taught us the importance of resilience, connection, and embracing life's precious moments. His struggles opened our eyes to the unspoken obstacles faced by many neurodivergent individuals and young people. Now, we transform our grief into growth, our pain into purpose, and our loss into a legacy of love.

This isn't just another fundraiser – it's a revolution in how we approach mental health, autism awareness, and suicide prevention.

How It Works: Fundraise First, Then Execute

Every dollar you raise becomes a promise – a commitment to complete one unit of positive action. Raise $250? You commit to 250 units of movement, connection, or service over our collective journey.

Choose Your Path (or Mix of Both Full Rules in Tab Above):

ENDURANCE - Miles for Mental Heath

• Every $1 raised = 1 mile to complete

CONNECTION - Smile For Support & Connection 

• Every $1 Raised = 1 smile to give

Two Ways to Participate

GO SOLO - Make this your personal journey of post-traumatic transformation. Set your fundraising target (minimum $250), execute your miles and smiles, and share your story of resilience.

JOIN OR CREATE A TEAM - Find strength in community. Create a team with friends, family, or colleagues – or join an existing team. Because healing happens through connection, and no one should endure alone.

Your Impact

Every dollar raised supports mental health initiatives and suicide prevention programs through the Endurant Movement. But more importantly, every mile walked, every smile shared, and every hour volunteered creates ripples of connection that save lives.

The 58-Day Journey: November 3 - December 31, 2025

Starting November 3, you'll have 58 days to complete your commitment. Track your progress by posting to social media with #MilesNSmiles. Share your journey in our Facebook community. Celebrate not just reaching goals, but the connections made along the way.

Our Promise

"No one flies alone. We rise by lifting each other."

This isn't about being the fastest or raising the most. It's about showing up – for yourself, for others, for Anthony's memory. Whether you walk 250 miles or share 250 smiles, whether you're an elite athlete or someone who struggles to get out of bed – you belong here.

Ready to Rise?

Join us. Because together, we turn pain into purpose, one mile and one smile at a time.

In loving memory of Anthony Tricarico, whose spirit reminds us that behind every smile may be a struggle, and within every struggle is an opportunity to connect.