Backstage Bucks County - Episode 8 with Jeff Mattes & Josh Frank from the Live Like Brent Foundation

🎙 Backstage Bucks County – Episode 8 with Jeff Mattes & Josh Frank from the Live Like Brent Foundation

Host: Matt Freedman — Founder of Rhythm & Award-Winning Country Artist
Guest: Executive Director Jeff Mattes & President Josh Frank of the Live Like Brent Foundation
Recorded at Rhythm Studios, New Hope, PA

Introduction: Honoring the Life of Brent P. Evans Through the Live Like Brent Foundation

Episode 8 of Backstage Bucks County is proud to welcome two very special guests, Jeff Mattes & Josh Frank. As executive director and president of the Live Like Brent Foundation, Jeff and Josh have devoted the past 15 years to supporting cancer patients and families who are in need of financial assistance. The LLBF was established to honor the life of Brent P. Evans, their upbeat and magnetic friend who founded the first official "Carve 4 Cancer" event as a way to raise funds for those battling blood cancer.

ABOUT THE LLBF:
The Live Like Brent Foundation stands as a beacon of hope for blood cancer patients, tirelessly working to lighten the heavy load they carry during their fight for survival. We understand that a diagnosis brings not only physical challenges but also overwhelming financial and emotional stress. That’s why we’re dedicated to transforming lives by creating comfort funds at hospitals—lifelines that empower patients to cover critical out-of-pocket costs such as life-saving medications, travel to treatments, nourishing meals, comfortable lodging, and essential utilities.

Our mission goes beyond financial aid. By forging powerful partnerships with like-minded nonprofit organizations, we amplify our impact, weaving a network of compassion and support that tackles both the practical and emotional hardships of cancer. Every dollar donated, and every volunteer hour contributed fuels this vital work—offering relief, restoring dignity, and reminding patients they’re not alone. Your donation isn't just a contribution; it's a lifeline for individuals and families facing the uphill battle against blood cancer. Join us in this critically important mission to honor our late founder, Brent, and his legacy and make a tangible difference for those battling blood cancer. Together, we can ease their journey and inspire hope, one life at a time.

BRENT'S STORY: A LEGEND NAMED BRENT
In 2010, Brent was diagnosed with stage IV non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. The diagnosis changed Brent's life forever, but he remained the same upbeat, funny, cheerful, electric human he always was. Brent went on to receive treatment at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia. It was there when he envisioned an epic snowboarding event to raise funds to 'shred blood cancer,' which he called Carve 4 Cancer.

By 2012, Brent was in remission, and the first Carve 4 Cancer (C4C) fundraiser was underway in the Pocono Mountains. The event was a huge success, raising thousands by bringing live music, ski/snowboard competitions, and a party atmosphere to the heart of a ski resort. In the following years, Brent stayed focused and committed to helping others who were going through what he went through. He grew C4C annually and recruited dozens of volunteers and sponsors to join his vision.

In 2017, Brent’s cancer returned, and the world lost an extraordinary soul. But his vision lives on. Today, the Live Like Brent Foundation continues his work, offering hope, support, and relief to those walking the path he once walked.

Brent's legacy is not just a foundation—it’s a movement to live boldly, give generously, and fight with heart.

📚 Resources & Links

YouTube: ‪@livelikebrent‬
Instagram: @livelikebrent
Facebook: Live Like Brent Foundation
Website: livelikebrent.com

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