by Rachel Ellis | Feb 5, 2020 | Who We Help
After celebrating their one year anniversary in 2013, a young husband experienced a spinal cord injury resulting in paraplegia. The primary caretaker since the injury occurred, his wife suffered a stroke in December 2019 that left her in the ICU. The husband suddenly...
by Rachel Ellis | Jan 21, 2020 | Success Story, Who We Help
As a single mother of two young girls, I found myself down on my luck a few months ago. I had just escaped a domestic violence situation that I had been in for years. I had moved to another state and had absolutely nothing, not even a vehicle to get myself and my...
by Rachel Ellis | Jan 14, 2020 | Giving Back
To us, a sunrise symbolizes the hope that one needs after enduring a tragedy or unexpected hardship. Giving A Sunrise is providing an act of kindness. It’s giving support. It’s letting someone know they aren’t alone. It’s instilling hope for a brighter tomorrow. After...
by Rachel Ellis | Jan 3, 2020 | Who We Help
After being diagnosed with a dangerous pregnancy complication, a Virginia Beach teacher experienced the unthinkable when she suddenly required surgery to terminate her pregnancy due to the threat against her own health. This teacher found herself in the middle of a...
by Rachel Ellis | Dec 10, 2019 | Who We Help
A mother was forced to flee her home with her two young children due to ongoing domestic violence. Relocating to a new city, the mother and children moved in with her parents so she could save money for rent. Without a vehicle of her own, she required assistance...
by Rachel Ellis | Nov 18, 2019 | Announcements, General, Giving Back
On Tuesday, December 3rd, The River Ellis Foundation is proud to participate in #GivingTuesday: a global generosity movement unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and their world. But we don’t want your money. Instead,...
by Rachel Ellis | Nov 4, 2019 | Who We Help
When her daughter began experiencing unexplained medical issues, a Virginia Beach single mother found herself in the midst of unexpected hardship. Over the course of a few weeks, her daughter lost her vision, lost use of her arms and legs, and began having...
by Rachel Ellis | Nov 1, 2019 | General
On October 26th, the annual Bay Colony Olympics was held in Virginia Beach. Each year, teams raise money for a local charity to participate in this event. This year’s recipient was The River Ellis Foundation. Participating teams create themes and dress up in...
by Rachel Ellis | Sep 30, 2019 | General
The River Ellis Foundation exceeded their initial fundraising goal after raising more than $200,000 for the foundation’s kick-off event. On September 15th, more than 200 people arrived at the Virginia Beach Surf & Rescue Museum to celebrate REF’s...
by Rachel Ellis | Aug 20, 2019 | Giving Back
As a nonprofit organization focused on helping our friends and neighbors in Hampton Roads, it’s so important for us to partner with local businesses and show support for our own community. We are thrilled to host our very first event at the Virginia Beach Surf &...
