by Rachel Ellis | Jul 8, 2022 | Success Story, Who We Help
After a hospital staff member tragically lost her daughter to suicide, The River Ellis Foundation provided airfare for the grandparents to travel from Costa Rica to attend her funeral. #GiveASunrise
by Rachel Ellis | Jul 8, 2022 | Success Story, Who We Help
A mom and three children escaped a domestic violence situation and needed an immediate place to live. The River Ellis Foundation placed this family in a hotel for several weeks to allow them time to put a more permanent housing solution in place. #GiveASunrise
by Rachel Ellis | Jul 8, 2022 | Success Story, Who We Help
A single mother needed unexpected surgery, resulting in multiple health complications. Due to this, she lost her job, leaving her and her two children homeless. The River Ellis Foundation provided urgent assistance in securing a new home for this family....
by Rachel Ellis | Jul 8, 2022 | Success Story, Who We Help
A family lost their one-year-old child suddenly and unexpectedly and could not afford the funeral or burial costs. The same day this request was received, River Ellis Foundation covered these expenses for the family. #GiveASunrise
by Rachel Ellis | May 2, 2022 | Announcements, Success Story, Who We Help
You may remember The Brown Family, a previous REF recipient who lost their baby Elijah at 4 months old. We are overwhelmed with joy to share that they welcomed a heathy baby boy, Isaiah, in February. A note from their mom: “The River Ellis Foundation has been a...
by Rachel Ellis | May 2, 2022 | Success Story, Who We Help
A 13 year old girl from Newport News was diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer, requiring out-of-state inpatient treatment for specialized radiation. Her mother had to leave work in order to be with her daughter while she was in treatment, leading to significant...
by Rachel Ellis | May 2, 2022 | Success Story, Who We Help
A 28 year old Virginia Beach nurse was diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic bone cancer, requiring an immediate and rigorous treatment regimen. The River Ellis Foundation partnered with @theboulevardbutler to provide weekly meals for her and her family while she...
by Rachel Ellis | May 2, 2022 | Success Story, Who We Help
After being born prematurely, a couple lost their first baby in January. It was the family’s wish to have the baby cremated but they did not have the financial resources to do so. The River Ellis Foundation covered the cremation costs to help #GiveASunrise to this...
by Rachel Ellis | Mar 28, 2022 | Success Story, Who We Help
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...
by Rachel Ellis | Mar 28, 2022 | Success Story, Who We Help
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...
by Rachel Ellis | Mar 28, 2022 | Success Story, Who We Help
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...
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....
