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Ciara & Russell Wilson Fuel Atlanta Hunger Fight
28 Oct
Summary
- The Why Not You Foundation donated $500,000 to fight hunger in Atlanta.
- The donation will provide approximately one million meals to those in need.
- Ciara has a personal connection to Atlanta from her teenage years.
The Why Not You Foundation, established by NFL star Russell Wilson and his wife, Grammy-winning singer Ciara, has made a substantial $500,000 pledge to combat hunger in Atlanta. This generous contribution, made in December 2025, is expected to generate approximately one million meals for individuals and families facing food insecurity.
The donation targets the Atlanta Community Food Bank and ATL Cares, the city's emergency food distribution network. Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens highlighted the critical timing of the gift, noting that rising living costs force many residents to choose between housing and groceries.
Ciara, who spent her formative teenage years in Atlanta, expressed her deep connection to the city and her desire to give back. She emphasized the urgency of the issue, stating that "one in six children goes to bed hungry, and that has to change."
The foundation's "Why Not You" attitude, inspired by Russell Wilson's late father, aims to empower youth and families to pursue their dreams despite challenges. This initiative underscores a consistent commitment to community support by the power couple.
