The CBF Community

Matt founded CBF in 2014 as a single fundraising event to support other cancer services in the Bangor region and celebrate the ‘value legacy’ of his mother, Christine, after she passed to stomach cancer.

Since then, the CBF community has evolved significantly to fill gaps in care across rural eastern Maine. He believes that collaboration and innovation are the keys to bringing Maine communities together and alleviating the burdens of cancer. Matt is a University of Maine graduate, lives in Bangor, and volunteers with groups including Maine Health Access Foundation and Heart of Maine United Way

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Brian Ross is the Cancer & Nutrition - Program Coordinator, overseeing the program’s supply chain and volunteer engagement. He brings an award-winning background as a chef to the CBF mission, as well as a personal story of overcoming cancer himself. Brian grew up in Bangor and now lives in Hampden with his wife.

brian@chrisbfund.org

Whitney is a registered dietitian leading the implementation and evaluation efforts of CBF’s “Nourishing Hope” research trial. She brings a strong passion to improve the health of her community, including her continued role at Northern Light Mayo Hospital and board of director position at Good Shepherd Food Bank.

whitney@chrisbfund.org

Jamie is the President of the board of directors. She lives in Orono and is the mother of two. She is the Health Promotion Manager at Bangor Public Health and Community Services and has worked with partners locally and statewide since 2007 to build and strengthen Maine’s public health system. She brings experience in program development, program management, and grant writing to CBF the board of directors.

Amanda is currently the Executive Director at Partners for Peace and a survivor of cancer times 2. Amanda has worked in the nonprofit sector for 23 years including serving on the Maine Coalition to End Domestic Violence’s Governing Board, the City of Bangor Public Health Advisory Committee, and the United Way of Eastern Maine Campaign Cabinet. She is passionate about social justice advocacy and supporting individuals and families in Maine who need and deserve someone who will listen. She lives in Orono with her partner Chad and their two children, Christopher and Laura.

Lee-Anne is passionate about making a positive impact and contributing to missions that mean something to her personally. She balances her time living in St. Albans with family, community service, and leading her team at Maine Savings Federal Credit Union as VP of Lending.

Kathleen is an Occupational Health Physician Assistant at Northern Light Work Health and has worked in health care for ten years. Kathleen lives in Dover-Foxcroft with her husband and family. She prioritizes giving back to her community with 4+ years of service to CBF before her board appointment, as well as serving on the Maine Association of Physician Assistants and Friends of the Mountain board.

Rob is the Past President of the CBF board of directors. He is a father of 2 teenage children at Bangor High. He is a financial advisor with Edward Jones after spending 15 years as a chemical engineer servicing the pulp and paper industry. Rob also serves on the Board of Directors for Amicus here in Bangor.

Wendy is Vice President of Asset Management for Machias Savings Bank and has been employed by MSB for the past 30 years. Wendy lives in East Machias with her husband and two children. She has volunteered for a variety of organizations over the years including Children’s Miracle Network, Northern Light Healthcare Foundation, Machias Bay Area Chamber of Commerce and the Red Cross Disaster Services. Wendy is passionate about giving back to my community and always looking for a way to improve the quality of life in rural areas.

Nicole has been in retail management for over 15 years, currently holding the role as a Store Manager for Hannaford. She is an active member within Hannaford’s Women’s Business Resource group, where she assists in fostering an inclusive and innovative environment through mentorship. Her background in leading teams through their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion aspirations shines bright and improves all communities she is part of. Nicole lives in Hermon with her husband, Tim.

Michelle Allen resides in Brewer and is a registered nurse with more than 14 years of experience in hospital and hospice care. Certified in Hospice and Palliative Care, she has served in roles ranging from case management and clinical leadership to regional nurse education. Michelle has received multiple awards for excellence and compassionate care, underscoring her dedication to patients, families, and the broader community.

Connor Darling is the General Manager of Darling’s Chevrolet in Ellsworth, where he has built his career since 2012. A University of Maine graduate with a degree in business administration, Connor has held leadership roles across nearly every area of the automotive business. He is passionate about his team, the industry, and giving back to the community. Outside of work, he enjoys snowboarding, golfing, and long drives.

Sarah brings years of marketing and public relations expertise to CBF as a volunteer. Since CBF’s inception in 2014, Sarah has organized and led campaigns to improve the impact and visibility of CBF in Bangor and across eastern Maine.