Aidan's Story | Double Your Impact in September

Leslie was shocked when her son, Aidan, was diagnosed with cancer. What she thought were just the usual growing pains of adolescence—achiness, reluctance to get out of bed for school— turned out to be something more serious. A series of tests revealed the devastating truth: Aidan had leukemia.

The diagnosis upended their lives, sending them on a late-night, five-hour drive from their hometown ER to specialty treatment in Colorado, far from the support of family, friends, and the familiarity of home.

Throughout Aidan’s long treatment, one thing made all the difference: Brent’s Place. Years earlier, Leslie’s stepdad had stayed at Brent’s Place during his own cancer battle, and now, the entire family of six experienced the same compassionate care and supportive community.

Brent’s Place became their sanctuary, a stable home away from home. With spacious, comfortable family apartments, meal support, and room for Aidan’s dad and brothers to visit, they found not just a place to stay, but a place to heal together.

Even after Aidan’s long-term stay ended, Brent’s Place continued to support him. He and his family returned for follow-up visits, staying in our short-term hospitality suites. No matter the phase of the journey, Brent’s Place is always there for families like Aidan’s.

During Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and in honor of his 80th birthday, our founder, Donn Eley, is matching every donation up to $80,000. That means your gift will go twice as far in providing families like Aidan’s with the stability, comfort, and care they need during the most difficult time of their lives.

No family should face cancer alone. Together, we can give them the support they deserve.

Donate today and double your impact!