Russell Wilson Foundation
- Assets
- $226.5k
- Revenue
- $1.3m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 5
- Location
- Sammamish, WA
- Founding
- 01/2015
- Data as of
- 12/2022
- EIN
- 46-4784365
Organization Overview
Russell Wilson Foundation, operating under the name Why Not You Foundation, is located in Sammamish, WA. The organization was established in 2015. According to its NTEE Classification (P20) the organization is classified as: Human Service Organizations, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 12/2022, Why Not You Foundation employed 5 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Why Not You Foundation is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2022, Why Not You Foundation generated $1.3m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 18.3% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.7m during the year ending 12/2022. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2015, Why Not You Foundation has awarded 31 individual grants totaling $3,487,211. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO EMPOWER CHANGE IN THE WORLD, ONE CHILD AT A TIME.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
YOUTH EDUCATION: THE WHY NOT YOU FOUNDATION ("WNY FOUNDATION") WORKS VERY CLOSELY WITH THE WHY NOT YOU ACADEMY (THE "ACADEMY") AND HAS DONE SO SINCE THE INCEPTION OF THE ACADEMY. THE ACADEMY PROVIDES TOOLS FOR STUDENTS TO WORK OUTSIDE OF THE TYPICAL CLASSROOM AND ALLOWS STUDENTS TO GET INVOLVED IN PROJECTS IN WHICH THEY ARE PASSIONATE. THIS APPROACH REPRESENTS THE WHY NOT YOU FOUNDATION'S MISSION, SCULPTING OUR YOUTH THROUGH BETTER OPPORTUNITIES IN EDUCATION, HEALTH, AND NUTRITION. IN 2022, WITH THE HELP OF THE WNY FOUNDATION, THE WHY NOT YOU ACADEMY RAISED $170,000 FOR AFTER SCHOOL CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES, COMMUNITY BUILDING EVENTS AND MEALS TO FIGHT FOOD INSECURITY, AND A RECORDING STUDIO FOR YOUTH. THIS $170,000 IS IS IN ADDITION TO GRANTS OF $525,00 TO THE ACADEMY.
CHILDREN'S HEALTH: IN 2022, THE WNY FOUNDATION PARTNERED WITH SAFEWAY FOUNDATION TO RAISE AWARENESS AND FUNDS FOR LOCAL PROGRAMS PROVIDING YOUTH WITH EASIER AND BETTER ACCESS TO EDUCATION AND FOOD. THE WNY FOUNDATION WORKED WITH THE IN-STORE FUNDRAISER ALSO RAISING AWARESS OF CHILDHOOD CANCER TREATMENTS AND RESEARCH, AND THE SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL HARDSHIPS THAT COME WITH A PEDIATRIC CANCER DIAGNOSIS. THE CAMPAIGN PROMOTED BY WNY FOUNDATION URGED SHOPPERS TO DONATE AT CHECKOUT. WITH EACH DOLLAR RAISED GOING DIRECTLY TO CHARITIES RATHER THAN PASSING THROUGH WNY FOUNDATION TO BE REGRANTED, THE WNY FOUNDATION STRIVES TO REMOVE SUCH BARRIERS THAT HINDER ACTIVATING ASSETS TO HAVE A LASTING IMPACT FOR THE FUTURE OF OUR YOUNGER GENERATION. THROUGH THIS CAMPAIGN, AND MANY OTHER PARTNERSHIPS WITH THE SAFEWAY FOUNDATION, THE WNY FOUNDATION HAS RAISED OVER $10 MILLION THAT HAS GONE DIRECTLY TO CHARITIES.FOR MORE INFORMATION: HTTPS://WHYNOTYOUFDN.ORG/LATEST/2022/6/20/RUSSELL-WILSON-CIARA-FOUNDATION-TEAMS-UP-WITH-SAFEWAY-FOUNDATION-FOR-IN-STORE-FUNDRAISER
SUPPORT FOR PHILANTHROPIC ENGAGEMENT: WNY FOUNDATION STAFF MEMBERS CONDUCT DUE DILIGENCE AND PROVIDE ADVISORY SERVICES AS NEEDED TO SUPPORT DIRECTORS IN THEIR ROLES AS AMBASSADORS OF THE WNY FOUNDATION IN THE SEATTLE AND DENVER COMMUNITIES. SPECIFICALLY, THE STAFF TEAM RESEARCHES POTENTIAL GRANTEES AND LIAISES WITH LOCAL CHARITIES FOR APPEARANCES AND EVENTS INVOLVING RUSSELL AND CIARA WILSON AS WELL AS OTHER LEADERS OF THE FOUNDATION.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Russell Wilson President/director | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Scott Pickett Treasurer/cfo/director | OfficerTrustee | 15 | $60,000 |
Ciara Wilson Vice President/director | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Sheryl Willert Secretary/director | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Larry Estrada Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Mark Rodgers Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,314,631 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $125,104 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,314,631 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $2,648 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$4,889 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,312,691 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $1,050,500 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $160,219 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $32,044 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $197,678 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $27,380 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $36,688 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $26,340 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $130,420 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $6,444 |
| Information technology | $13,040 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $12,000 |
| Travel | $1,990 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $13,167 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,675,866 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $89,540 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $136,978 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $226,518 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $13,626 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $13,626 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $212,892 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $226,518 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Russell Wilson Foundation has awarded $1,050,500 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
WHY NOT YOU ACADEMY PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $525,500 |
CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL COLORADO FOUNDATION PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $25,000 |
SEATTLE CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $500,000 |