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Food and Clothing Provided for Children after Mother was Murdered

by Rachel Ellis | Mar 28, 2022 | Success Story, Who We Help

Food and Clothing Provided for Children after Mother was Murdered

A single mother was murdered in January, leaving her 3 young children to live with their maternal grandmother. The River Ellis Foundation provided food and clothing for the children as their grandmother coped with the loss of her daughter and arranged for more permanent resources to be put into...

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REF Assists Family After Tragic Death of Father

by Rachel Ellis | Mar 28, 2022 | Success Story, Who We Help

REF Assists Family After Tragic Death of Father

A husband and father of two children ages 3 and 9, died suddenly from injuries sustained cutting tree branches at his home. His wife needed immediate financial assistance. The River Ellis Foundation covered rent to allow her time to put longer term financial resources into place....

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REF Covers Rent Costs for Family While Child Battles Brain Tumor

by Rachel Ellis | Mar 28, 2022 | Success Story, Who We Help

REF Covers Rent Costs for Family While Child Battles Brain Tumor

An 11 year old boy was diagnosed with a brain tumor, leading to total blindness in the span of just a few months. In order to provide the level of care he requires, the child’s mother was unable to return to work after his diagnosis. The River Ellis Foundation covered rent for this family until...

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Clothing and Toiletries Provided For Mother and Daughter Forced to Flee Home

by Rachel Ellis | Mar 28, 2022 | Success Story, Who We Help

Clothing and Toiletries Provided For Mother and Daughter Forced to Flee Home

A mother and child were forced to leave their home abruptly due to domestic violence, leaving behind all of their clothing and belongings. The same day as the request, The River Ellis Foundation provided clothing and toiletries to help fulfill their most urgent needs. #GiveASunrise

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REF Covers Toll Costs For Family Visiting Baby in NICU

by Rachel Ellis | Jan 25, 2022 | Success Story, Who We Help

REF Covers Toll Costs For Family Visiting Baby in NICU

A Newport News family welcomed a premature baby girl in December. Due to multiple health issues including lung inadequacies and sepsis, the baby has remained in the NICU at CHKD. The River Ellis Foundation provided an EZ Pass for this family to be able to travel toll-free from Newport News to CHKD...

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