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Our mission with the Russell Westbrook Why Not? Foundation is to inspire the lives of children and empower them to ask “WHY NOT?”
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Wow!! What a blessing! I’m so grateful!
WHY NOT? DAY in Los Angeles.
From growing up in LA to giving back to the city that raised me. Thank you to @cw_heather.hutt and the City of Los Angeles for this incredible honor and for recognizing the work we’re doing with the @whynotfoundation and throughout our communities.
More work to do. #whynot
09 Oct 2026
🎙️ “I used to be back in the day.”
Last month, we mic’d up @russwest44 at this year’s @whynotfoundation Basketball Camp, and the campers had serious questions 😂
Our completely free two-day camp brought together campers from South LA and Altadena, building basketball skills, confidence and community.
19 Aug 2026
@russwest44 is using his talents on the court to transform his community off it. Through @whynotfoundation, @westbrookenterprises, @thewestbrookacademy, Russ is changing the lives of South L.A. youth like @kay_b_ballin and organizations like @laincubator with @mattspete. Here’s our @cnnthestoryis profile of an extraordinary effort to impact and inspire. If you’re moved by his message, I hope you’ll consider sharing out this story! #russellwestbrook #westbrookacademy #brodie #whynotfoundation #elexmichaelson
08 Aug 2026
A full-circle moment in South LA.
The @crenshawymca has been part of @russwest44’s story since childhood. As that story continued, he helped renovate the center’s basketball court, giving back to a place that helped shape him.
This week, Russell returned to celebrate a new milestone alongside Assemblymember @ib2_real and community leaders as the YMCA received $3 million in state funding for facility improvements and expanded programming.
06 Nov 2026
Thank you, Assemblyman Isaac Bryan, for investing in our community, and Russell Westbrook for continuing to show up for Crenshaw. To our board, staff, partners, neighbors, and everyone who came to celebrate—this village is something special. 🖤
We stand on the shoulders of giants. And together, we’re still building.
#ThankYou
05 Nov 2026
Yesterday, Asm Isaac Bryan @ib2_real presented a generous $3 million investment to our Crenshaw Family YMCA, helping create new opportunities and strengthen the resources available to individuals and families throughout Crenshaw and surrounding communities.
This transformative gift will help support the programs, amenities, and services that make the YMCA a place where individuals and families can connect, grow, and thrive. Investments like this go beyond supporting our work. They help build a stronger foundation for healthier communities and brighter futures for generations to come.
We are deeply grateful to Assemblymember Isaac Bryan, for his commitment to our community and for helping advance our mission of strengthening communities throughout Los Angeles County.
We also thank Russell Westbrook @russwest44 & @whynotfoundation, a previous donor to the Crenshaw Family YMCA. His gift helped build and renovate our center's basketball court. Thank you, Russell Westbrook, for joining this celebration of the State of California giving back to help us strengthen our communities.
As the Center for Community Well-Being, the YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles is proud to provide resources, programs, and opportunities that empower Angelenos and help our communities thrive. Together, we can make an even greater impact.
#ymcala #ymca #LosAngeles #Community #SocialImpact
05 Nov 2026
The @whynotfoundation helped transform the Crenshaw YMCA Gym years ago, but the commitment never ended. Today, a vision Russ and I shared nearly 5 years ago came to life. We deserve lasting community infrastructure in our neighborhoods. Today is only the beginning.
#WhyNot #Crenshaw
04 Nov 2026
State investment is coming to the Crenshaw Family YMCA, which has served the local community since 1952.
On Wednesday, Assemblymember Isaac Bryan (D – Los Angeles) presented a $3 million check from the state of California to the Crenshaw Family YMCA for extensive facility upgrades, including their first fitness gym in 74 years of operation.
Former NBA MVP and Southern California native Russell Westbrook celebrated with Bryan and local officials at the facility on Wednesday. The recently retired 9x All-Star has previously donated extensively to the facility with Jordan Brand and his non-profit Why Not? Foundation.
04 Nov 2026
A milestone moment for the Crenshaw Family YMCA! 💙
Today, @russwest44 joined Assemblymember @ib2_real and the @crenshawymca community to celebrate a $3 million investment from the State of California toward major facility upgrades, including the YMCA’s first fitness gym in its 74-year history.
An exciting step forward for a community institution that continues to serve generations of families across Los Angeles.
04 Nov 2026
Russell Westbrook retired on August 12 with a video that ended in an unfinished room. He left it that way on purpose
#russellwestbrook #whynot #westbrook #playerstv #okc
04 Nov 2026
“I think the opposite of that.”
Legacy is often measured by championships and awards. But as @russwest44 shared with @michaelstrahan on @goodmorningamerica, he believes it’s about the impact you have on others.
29 Oct 2026
A special honor for the @whynotfoundation.
Earlier this month, @russwest44 and the Why Not? Foundation were presented with the Champion of Change Award at the 2026 AFRO Awards.
Our very own Amelia Williamson accepted the award on their behalf, highlighting the commitment to creating opportunities for young people through education, mentorship and community resources.
Thank you to the AFRO Awards for recognizing this impact.
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26 Oct 2026
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