by Rachel Ellis | Mar 28, 2022 | Success Story, Who We Help
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....
by Rachel Ellis | Jan 25, 2022 | Success Story, Who We Help
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...
by Rachel Ellis | Jan 25, 2022 | Success Story, Who We Help
After a battling a brain tumor, a family lost their 10 year old son just before Thanksgiving. In order to spend their last few months together, the family utilized a significant portion of their financial resources to cover the costs of care for their son. The River...
by Rachel Ellis | Jan 25, 2022 | Success Story, Who We Help
The home of a Portsmouth child with Sickle Cell Disease was found to be uninhabitable due to an abundance of mold in the home. Forced to leave right away, the family needed immediate assistance in finding temporary housing. Just hours after the request, The River...
by Rachel Ellis | Jan 25, 2022 | Success Story, Who We Help
A single father of 5 children lost his home to a fire. His 15 year old daughter suffered severe burns and remained in critical condition at Norfolk General, later being transported to a long-term care facility. The River Ellis Foundation provided furniture for the...
by Rachel Ellis | Nov 2, 2021 | Success Story, Who We Help
A 42 year old man passed away suddenly from a heart attack, leaving behind his wife and two children, ages 7 and 4. The wife became overwhelmed with shock and the fear of being able to afford the family’s finances each month. In less than 24 hours, The River Ellis...
by Rachel Ellis | Nov 2, 2021 | General, Success Story, Who We Help
After an 18 year old boy had a sudden stroke, he was diagnosed with leukemia and passed away just days later. The River Ellis Foundation worked with @theboulevardbutler to provide two weeks of meals for his family as they processed his unexpected passing and began to...
by Rachel Ellis | Nov 2, 2021 | Success 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 Rachel Ellis | Sep 1, 2021 | Success 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 Rachel Ellis | Aug 18, 2021 | Success 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 Rachel Ellis | 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 Rachel Ellis | Jul 12, 2021 | Success 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...
