The Mission of the Russell Westbrook Why Not? Foundation is to inspire the lives of children, empower them to ask “Why Not?” and teach them to never give up.The Foundation works to help children that are facing hardships of any kind and when faced with that adversity, fight to succeed and to never give up.Russell Westbrook and his brother were taught to ask “Why Not?” every time they were told that they could not do something. It is this encouragement and strength that Russell and his family want to spread to children across the country. Founded in 2012, the Russell Westbrook Why Not? Foundation is dedicated to supporting community based education and family service programs while encouraging youth to believe in themselves.