A local family’s home burned down, critically injuring 2 children and destroying all of the family’s belongings. REF provided food and clothing for the family so the mom could concentrate on caring for her children. #GiveASunrise
A Suffolk mom traveled daily to CHKD for several months while her baby underwent surgery and became strong enough to be discharged from the NICU. REF prepaid the toll fees so that the mom could visit her baby each day. #GiveASunrise
A local hospital employee experienced a flood in his home, damaging most of his belongings including the keepsakes of his grandmother who recently passed away. REF provided a hotel for him while his home was cleaned up. #GiveASunrise
A child was brought to CHKD for lifesaving treatment and rehab following a gunshot wound. The family was not able to provide a safe bed for him to return home to, so REF provided a new bed, mattress, pillows and bedding so that he could continue his recovery at home. #GiveASunrise
After a Norfolk teacher had his car stolen, he began riding his bike from Chesapeake to Norfolk daily, never missing a day of work. REF provided Uber and Lyft gift-cards for the teacher to help him get to/from work until he could get a new vehicle. #GiveASunrise