The Why Not? Foundation, founded by Russell Westbrook, partnered with Bene by Nina to host the 4th Annual Women’s Wellness Brunch, an inspiring afternoon centered on wellness, leadership, and community impact.

Held under the theme “Rooted: Wellness That Runs Deep,” the event was moderated by Nina Westbrook and hosted by award-winning journalist Cari Champion. Guests heard from New York Times bestselling author Anna Malaika Tubbs and entrepreneur Tabitha Brown during a featured panel discussion, while Peabody Award-winning writer and producer Mara Brock Akil joined Westbrook for a fireside chat.

The brunch also included a grounding session led by life and wellbeing coach Alicia “Ace” Easter and a video presentation showcasing the foundation’s recent initiatives in Los Angeles and Altadena.

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Russell Westbrook’s Why Not? Foundation partnered with Bene by Nina to present the 4th Annual Women’s Wellness Brunch, an impactful afternoon of meaningful conversations from women leaders across industries

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Wellness Brunch

Tabitha Brown, Nina Westbrook, Anna Malaika Tubbs and Mara Brock Akil are a gorgeous girl group at the 4th Annual Women’s Wellness Brunch on May 29 in Los Angeles.

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Former NBA MVP Russell Westbrook and his Why Not? Foundation has launched an initiative to expand mental wellness education and restorative programs in Los Angeles and Altadena during the final week of Mental Health Awareness Month.

The foundation is partnering with local women-led grassroots organizations to deliver targeted wellness activities for women, youth, and families.

This initiative reflects a broader shift among athlete-led foundations from traditional charity to sustainable, community-integrated social enterprises. By applying specialized corporate strategies in underserved areas, it seeks to establish lasting support systems instead of temporary solutions.

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For the fifth year in a row, many big names descend on Las Vegas, Nevada, to offer support for the Why Not? Foundation Poker Night with WPT Foundation.

Hosted at the Intrigue Nightclub at the Wynn Las Vegas, more than 50 players and 150 guests attended the event to offer support to the Why Not? Foundation’s goal of empowering underprivileged youth.

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