by River Ellis Foundation | Nov 16, 2024 | Sunrise Story
A husband and father of two young children tragically passed away while playing golf at a company retreat. The River Ellis Foundation immediately covered the family’s mortgage to provide critical support during their time of need.
by River Ellis Foundation | Oct 31, 2024 | Announcements, Giving Back
Run To Give A Sunrise! Join our River’s Runners team and fundraise while you train to complete the Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 8k or Final Mile (see below for Final Mile info) during J&A’s Shamrock Marathon Weekend, March 14-16 2025. All athletes...
by River Ellis Foundation | Oct 25, 2024 | Sunrise Story, Who We Help
Five children were home alone when they found a stranger floating in their pool. They called 911 and witnessed the paramedics trying to revive the man who ultimately died. The children were all very traumatized after this incident did not feel comfortable remaining in...
by River Ellis Foundation | Oct 20, 2024 | Sunrise Story, Who We Help
After unexpected loss of brain activity, a homeless couple lost their newborn baby. They could not afford cremation costs. REF covered this cost for the couple.
by River Ellis Foundation | Oct 10, 2024 | Sunrise Story, Who We Help
Eight Chesapeake families lost everything they owned after their apartment building caught on fire. REF provided gift cards to all eight families so that they could purchase basic clothes and necessities.
