by River Ellis Foundation | Jan 15, 2024 | Sunrise Story, Who We Help
A local family of 7 lost everything they owned in a house fire. The children started falling asleep at school because they were sleeping on the floor and on air mattresses and not getting adequate rest. REF provided new beds and bedding for the mother and her six...
by River Ellis Foundation | Jan 4, 2024 | Sunrise Story, Who We Help
Shortly after losing their father to suicide, a 9th grader committed suicide. REF helped the mother cover the cost of the church for the funeral. January 2024
by River Ellis Foundation | Oct 9, 2023 | Sunrise Story, Who We Help
The River Ellis Foundation was able to help a family who faced unimaginable hardship. Their 6-year-old daughter tragically passed away in her sleep, leaving them devastated. As the father serves in the military, the expecting mother was the child’s primary...
by River Ellis Foundation | Jul 28, 2023 | Announcements, General
The River Ellis Foundation Sunset Luau Presented By TowneBank Join us for a fun-filled evening at the River Ellis Foundation Sunset Luau in Virginia Beach! This in-person event is happening on Fri Sep 08 2023 at 6:30 PM EDT at The Water Table. Get ready to enjoy...
by River Ellis Foundation | Oct 24, 2022 | Sunrise Story, Who We Help
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
