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REF Covers Toll Fees For NICU Mom

REF Covers Toll Fees For NICU Mom

by River Ellis Foundation | Oct 24, 2022 | Sunrise Story, Who We Help

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
REF Provides Hotel For Hospital Employee

REF Provides Hotel For Hospital Employee

by River Ellis Foundation | Oct 24, 2022 | Sunrise Story, Who We Help

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
REF Provides Bedding For Family

REF Provides Bedding For Family

by River Ellis Foundation | Oct 24, 2022 | Sunrise Story, Who We Help

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....
REF Helps Provide Transportation For Teacher

REF Helps Provide Transportation For Teacher

by River Ellis Foundation | Oct 24, 2022 | Sunrise Story, Who We Help

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
REF Helps Family With Funeral Costs After Child Unexpectedly Dies

REF Helps Family With Funeral Costs After Child Unexpectedly Dies

by River Ellis Foundation | Oct 24, 2022 | Sunrise Story, Who We Help

A 19-year-old was admitted to the hospital with abdominal pain, but suddenly and unexpectedly passed away. REF helped the family cover the unanticipated funeral costs #GiveASunrise
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