6th Annual Why Not?
Poker Night
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2026 ◆ TOURNAMENT 6:00 PM ◆ COCKTAIL PARTY TO FOLLOW
Every hand dealt is a hand extended — to the next generation in South Los Angeles.
For six years, the Why Not? Poker Night has brought together athletes, founders, and friends of the foundation for one purpose: turning a night at the table into real opportunity for the communities Russell Westbrook calls home.
All proceeds raised support the Russell Westbrook Why Not? Foundation’s mission of creating pathways of empowerment for underserved populations in South Los Angeles — through education, mentorship, and family resources. Hosted in partnership with the WPT Foundation.
Why Not? Poker Night
Event Details
Date
Friday
September 18, 2026
Tournament
6:00 PM
Cocktail party immediately following
Location
Fontainebleau
Las Vegas, Nevada
Attire
Cocktail
Black tie optional
Two Ways to Join
Reserve a Seat
Tournament Player
$10,000
Registration Fee · per player
Your seat at the table, plus a weekend stay and the after-party for you and three guests.
- 1 seat in the poker tournament & 3 guests
- 2-night stay at the Fontainebleau, September 17–18
- Discounted room rate for additional guests
- Admittance to the cocktail after-party for player & guests
General Admission
$1,500
Event Access · per person
Join us for the evening and bid in the live auction supporting the foundation.
- Access to the event auction
Registration
Complete your reservation below. Payment is processed securely via Stripe.
Please contact events@whynotfoundation.org if you would like to request an invoice or have general questions.
Please contact events@whynotfoundation.org if you would like to request an invoice or have general questions.
All proceeds raised support the foundation’s mission in creating pathways of empowerment for underserved populations in South Los Angeles.
© 2026 RUSSELL WESTBROOK WHY NOT? FOUNDATION