Over the years, Russell Wilson has been well-regarded because of his charitable endeavors. Alongside his wife Ciara, the QB started a charity known as the ‘Why Not You Foundation.’ But what was once commended is now being called into question.
Wilson has come under scrutiny because of an issue pertaining to not making the best of the charity’s resources. As a former Walter Payton Man of the Year Award Winner, this recent investigation casts the QB in a negative light. So, what went wrong with the charity?
The spotlight is on Russell Wilson
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In a recent investigation by USA Today, Wilson’s charity was brought under the microscope.
Report: Investigation has found that #Broncos QB Russell Wilson’s foundation has spent just 24.3 cents of every dollar on charitable activities in 2020 and 2021 combined.
The foundation has raised millions, but only a quarter of it goes to charity.https://t.co/147pKFu5C2 pic.twitter.com/xMm2I7uaET
— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) February 9, 2023
Looking into charities established by Walter Payton Man of the Year Award winners, the investigation reportedly made certain discoveries. According to the report, the QB’s foundation spent $600,000 in 2020 and 2021 on noteworthy causes. But, they spent considerably more on the salaries of employees.
The disproportion between donations and salaries raised some red flags. The report suggests that the foundation spent only 24.3 cents of every dollar it received on its charitable endeavors. Here’s what fans had to say on the issue.
The NFL world reacts to Wilson coming under scrutiny
The NFL world didn’t need another reason to take shots at Russell Wilson. After a dismal season sprinkled with extensive usage of ‘cringe phrases,’ fans took to Twitter to, once again, mick the QB. This user sardonically said.
He really is a preacher https://t.co/3aIjItLyTD
— Real Name: Grover (@DontrellChillis) February 9, 2023
Another user believes that most charities work this.
I assume that is 90% of all charities
— retroPels (@retro_pels) February 9, 2023
This fan asked.
Ok, so where’s the money going then?
— Matteo Sacchi (@matsacchi) February 10, 2023
Another user stated.
The Broncos just cant win at anything
— Josh🎄 (@DannyClears) February 9, 2023
This fan exclaimed.
Russ about to get cooked.
— Mr. Rivera IV (@JohnRiveraIV) February 9, 2023
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Another user proclaimed.
Very few professional athletes have fallen from grace as remarkably fast as Russell Wilson. 📉
— GamblingSiteFinder.com (@gmblngsitefindr) February 9, 2023
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This year hasn’t been the best for Russell Wilson. His dismal performance largely contributed to the criticism he has been receiving. As of now, the QB is yet to address recent reports. As Wilson takes on the offseason, he will look forward to putting everything in the past as he embarks on a new chapter with Sean Payton at the helm of the Broncos‘ affairs.
