by River Ellis Foundation | Nov 2, 2021 | Sunrise Story, Who We Help
After a pregnant woman contracted COVID-19, she had to deliver her baby early. While the mother was able to recover, the baby tragically passed away. The River Ellis Foundation covered funeral expenses and a burial plot for the baby that the family was unable to...
by River Ellis Foundation | Sep 1, 2021 | Sunrise Story, Who We Help
A family of 7 was left without a place to live due to septic flooding in their home. The River Ellis Foundation immediately placed this family in an extended stay hotel so that they could focus their limited resources on preparing to send their 5 children back to...
by River Ellis Foundation | Aug 18, 2021 | Sunrise Story, Who We Help
After a family gave birth to premature twins, both babies passed away around 22 weeks old. Now residing in Hampton Roads, the family recently relocated from another country and they were not yet covered by health insurance. The River Ellis Foundation covered rent for...
by River Ellis Foundation | Aug 9, 2021 | General
A hospital staff member and her family lost everything they owned, including their dog, in a fire. They required immediate assistance replacing medicine and supplements that were medically necessary for maintaining their health after undergoing previous surgeries. The...
by River Ellis Foundation | Jul 12, 2021 | Sunrise Story, Who We Help
A 10-year-old girl with a rare blood disorder was still recovering from a bone marrow transplant when her grandparents received full custody of her due to family issues within her home. Soon after she went to live with her grandparents, their house burned down. The...
