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REF Assists With Funeral Costs After High Schooler Dies Suddenly

REF Assists With Funeral Costs After High Schooler Dies Suddenly

by River Ellis Foundation | Jul 8, 2022 | Sunrise Story, Who We Help

A high school student died suddenly and unexpectedly after an athletic conditioning practice at a Virginia Beach school. The River Ellis Foundation worked with his school to help the family cover the cost of his funeral. #GiveASunrise
REF Covers Funeral Costs For High School Student

REF Covers Funeral Costs For High School Student

by River Ellis Foundation | Jul 8, 2022 | Sunrise Story, Who We Help

After suffering an accidental gunshot wound, a Virginia Beach high school student passed away unexpectedly. Due to the sudden nature of his death, the family was unable to afford a funeral. The River Ellis Foundation helped cover these costs so the family could hold a...
REF Covers Airfare for Grandparents to Attend Funral

REF Covers Airfare for Grandparents to Attend Funral

by River Ellis Foundation | Jul 8, 2022 | Sunrise Story, Who We Help

After a hospital staff member tragically lost her daughter to suicide, The River Ellis Foundation provided airfare for the grandparents to travel from Costa Rica to attend her funeral. #GiveASunrise
REF Places Family In Hotel

REF Places Family In Hotel

by River Ellis Foundation | Jul 8, 2022 | Sunrise Story, Who We Help

A mom and three children escaped a domestic violence situation and needed an immediate place to live. The River Ellis Foundation placed this family in a hotel for several weeks to allow them time to put a more permanent housing solution in place. #GiveASunrise
REF Helps Homeless Family

REF Helps Homeless Family

by River Ellis Foundation | Jul 8, 2022 | Sunrise Story, Who We Help

A single mother needed unexpected surgery, resulting in multiple health complications. Due to this, she lost her job, leaving her and her two children homeless. The River Ellis Foundation provided urgent assistance in securing  a new home for this family....
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