Whittakers GoFundMe-The Problem With Social Media

[@MeMyself571]

Unfortunately, I think she has dementia and probably has some extended family members lurking around asking her to call for money. Pretty much elder abuse, sadly. If you noticed the more money they got, the more family members appeared.

[@goose33]

That's EXACTLY what is happening A lot of the "cousins " started coming along and then it was a wrap

[@Cuuhleerity]

I thought of this too. Mark probably thought of it too, but like what Mark said he couldn’t say no everytime Betty asked for money because it was their money.

[@ellegee2026]

I was thinking the same.

[@m_starseed]

True. But that doesn't mean the donations, and Mark's personal money need to keep being funneled in their direction with no end in sight. There needs to be boundaries and limitations.

[@ziggyray1970]

I thought the same thing bc more n more people was their every video and that alot money every couple weeks, what r they buying?

[@SuperDrumwolf]

"no good deed goes unpunished" we know you're legit Mark, God bless you.

[@craftchest]

Rule of acquisition number 285.

[@sbabyyyyy]

Couldn’t have said it better myself. We’re on ur side Mark! We love u ❤

[@erikb8979]

I’m gonna take a stab in the dark and say that old friends and relatives are hitting Betty up for money. And she being type person she is is probably handing it out for every sob story she’s being told. This is a relatively poor area and the fact that people are giving them more attention now probably has Betty feeling wanted for once in her life. This is just speculation and only my opinion. I just don’t believe Mark has done wrong

[@delwynmitchell4086]

@@erikb8979 I beg to differ, I have seen Mark n Co take them shopping, and Betty knew exactly how to go about shopping, no encouragement needed lolz

[@KB-kn4yz]

Wow. Too bad. Mark , so sorry for your troubles. What a slap in the face. Guess all the stories you hear about people who hit the lottery! Every known family member and others think you are an ATM machine. Great videos Mark. Sorry to hear about other KZbin creators trying to make life hard on yourself for being kind. The devil is truly working in our world. Thank-you

[@Phill1871]

Its funny how when the money started coming in all these family members started showing up as well.

[@kaycee8021]

Yep, oh all of a sudden they care., How come they are not cleaning that house?

[@prismo6621]

This is what is the most suspicious. It was basically public knowledge that there was over 100k in an account for the Whittakers and I have a feeling someone has been lining their pockets with this family's mental deficiency.

[@beeintelligent3259]

Yep!

[@Franaflyby]

Long lost cousin's n such😊

[@lamalamalama97]

THIS!

[@SylviaRodriguez-lx9em]

Mark, walking away from this situation seems like the only resolution. You're purpose was to help this family.......and you did. You stated no one has ever said thank you Mark, I "thank you!" You haven't blemished your reputation as far as I'm concerned. Keep doing what you're doing, you have a continued supporter. Again thank you.

[@makaylawebster7315]

💯

[@blackblueandgold]

probaly he couldn't even had the chance cause most of the money went who knows where, he cared for them but it was hard to even communicate with them, that's sad

[@maureenpetitto1024]

@@blackblueandgoldBetty knew where the money was going….to a woman named BJ who had a drug problem. Shame on all of them who lied to Mark. Then Tyler steps in & accuses Mark of fraud. He has profusely apologized for his mistake and offered to use his own money to buy them a kind of manufactured home, but no company would work with him because of the bad publicity. You can’t make a silk purse out of a sow’s ear.

[@sandrasonger8765]

They have let money turn them into people they are not! Time to back off from this family for your own good

[@MichaelaWest-jr3gk]

I totally agree it’s time to still remain their friends but no more Go Fund Me

[@mistiemo1665]

Hey Mark i live up near The Whitakers & i will be the first to tell anyone who wants to know. Your kindness to them is beyond anything our own community has done for them. Please don't ever stop being the person you are. I certainly appreciate you .

[@sydney814]

Maybe you could continue when he moves on, especially if you live near them you can keep an eye on where the money goes.

[@mistiemo1665]

@@sydney814 I would never be comfortable being responsible for their finances & things. None of us make it a habit to just pop up at their house. I'm sure people do that enough.

[@yamumshouse]

Do yall inbreed out that way? 😂

[@mistiemo1665]

@@yamumshouse yes we all inbreed out that way. Whatever TF that means.

[@b3th742]

They don't deserve his help , or anyone's. 100,000 they pissed away. Far as I'm concerned they deserve NOTHING

[@ferraricarpaccio1811]

You can tell Mark is fed up with all this shit and also very heart broken.

[@ShellyCline]

Definitely. I see the hurt all over his face.

[@jonathancilla3954]

Yep. I can't blame him either.

[@DRobb-zi2rj]

As Mark should be. It’s sad that Whittakers seem unappreciative. But feel maybe they don’t understand the thoughtfulness & kindness that the GoFundMe has brought to them.

[@kdeloris2225]

💯

[@danatinney8743]

I wish there was something I could do. I'm heartbroken this has happened. I sure hope there aren't any shenanigans going with this youtuber.

[@brandonconner18]

I am so sorry this happened to you Mark. All of us appreciate what you have done for the Whittaker’s and so many others

[@Brainwashedgoat]

After learning about the Nova interview I have zero respect for Mark. Posting a 13 year old with her nipples showing is crazy, then acting like it wasn't a big deal is even crazier. That interview highlights at the very least his incredible irresponsibility with his interviewees. Broadcast a vulnerable child's location to millions of people is wild. Sharing her social where she sells child porn is criminal. He made changed, but the video should've never been aired with her face and location. A pedophile has already seen that and has her location and enough info to find her on social media

[@shannonwilliams1941]

Well when people are jerks and just make up lies for views and an attempt to gain popularity, what do you expect?

[@TeamAwesomeDad]

Your channel is click bait bullshit

[@MG-zu4st]

@@Brainwashedgoat Who cares about your respect. Mark is a sublimely beautiful artist illustrating people who the majority of the population have "zero respect" for because they are hidden from society, living on the fringes, unseen and misunderstood. Showing us how and why they are in these positions creates empathy and the only hope for change. Get it now, Einstein. smh

[@Brainwashedgoat]

@@MG-zu4st yes I'm sure all the pedophiles are happy that Mark shared Novas picture, location and social. Fuck that shit. He doesn't care though and gets to make millions off of their suffering

[@normachanda5809]

This is bs , Mark is an honest, upstanding guy. Me and my friend Cory met him once when we brought some food to the Whittakers and wanted to meet them. What this guy Tyler has done is beyond despicable. I’m going to let him know to. What Larry’s daughter has done bullying Betty to get money for drugs. Larry’s daughter has ruined help for this family. It’s shameful. Don’t give up Mark, you have God on your side.

[@MissTupsy]

$100,000 is a house. They pissed that money away. Thats on them.

[@BlacklistedSoup]

100k for 6 people over 3 years is not unreasonable…

[@brewcrew6330]

Shit sign me up!

[@blaneosophy]

Yep. Poor mentality.

[@Baker-m9y]

SWU took on a fiduciary role without a court order. SWU is on a limb.

[@kateespencer764]

That’s ridiculous!! I have a family of 5, live in southern Wyoming and my husband made around the same amount that the family took. We have a hell of a lot more to show for our 100,000 we made than they do. Foolish spending is what it is.

[@bif24701]

When you have been poor your entire life, you have no idea how to handle money.

[@winstonmcfinston]

Yup. It's obvious. Let the poor bastards be poor. Not to mention, they're inbred

[@Xavier1...]

Fair but you cant say you didnt have it. They could of very well asked for help but they didn't want to. Its very sad but they had the chance and unfortunately they didn't take it. 100k is a lot of money for someone poor

[@jughead8988]

@@Xavier1... It's was my experience working with people much like this family in the Appalachian mountains, it's all about the right now. One of the families I worked with a local church decided to give them some help and it seemed that the more they helped the poorer the family got. It finally got to the point that I had to ask the church to limit their help to food and clothing donations because the family was spending nearly all the money on cigarettes and lottery tickets. The organization I worked for had people that would go in and help clean house for them. Those employees brought me 2 big garbage bags full of lottery tickets that had been bought in a month time. There was well north of $10,000 scratch offs in those bags. It was like they where chasing the rush of having a lot of money. That a feeling they had never known till the church got involved.

[@DrJurdenPeterbergsteinlerwitz]

You just need to teach such a discipline at an early age. Poor or rich, it will help.

[@Xavier1...]

@@jughead8988 yes you are right and it's very sad. They needed help but i think maybe it didn't help them the way they thought. Very unfortunate situation

[@shazzam666]

No good deed goes unpunished. Youve done enough Mark. Bless you.

[@LogansGigi991]

They could have said Thank You.

[@kaliksenna]

That phrase is a particular favourite of Judge Judy.

[@marilynthoman2224]

Can't blame him for being fed up I have watched him for years, he is great. I couldn't do what he does I can't help people that don't show any appreciation. He is too good for his own good in this world today. I wish more people were like him God Bless you Marke.

[@user-ez2zl5kw9v]

It’s the right decision to address this issue. We understand Mark. If people don’t appreciate your help yes it’s a good idea to let it go. Keep doing your meaningful work. You are raising awareness. We appreciate and we understand. Thank you for what you do.

[@winros]

Very well said!!

[@jeaninecookson167]

Agreed

[@494ava]

Right on SWU FOLKS!! I agree and appreciate all the work that Mark does. The problem these days is that these kinds of people exist and in abundance!! It’s like dodging bullets!! We love you ❤️and your channel Mark and I support You 💯

[@jerryjuliangutierrez7536]

Wrong only weak minded children like you think like that

[@aus-li]

It’s Mark’s fault!! Why the fuck would he give Betty all that money and expect her to responsibly use it the “correct” way? And then says he gave money to his interviewees, and then expects they wouldn’t come back to ask for more money when most of them are addicts or are mentally ill? Use your brains people.

[@scottbriggs8127]

When you said you’ve had no thanks off the Whitakers and they said they aren’t getting any money.. you’ve proved you’ve sent over 100k and now they won’t be getting anymore due to their ungratefulness! They had a good thing going and now they’ve ruined it. That’s what greed does.

[@eddyblaze343]

Honestly they've been given enough, I get it they aren't fully there mentally, but how can you forget about when somebody sent you over 100k and not even acknowledge it when Tyler asked where the money from mark was. Imo let the state take care of them.

[@AmyLou402]

@@eddyblaze343yes. If Betty knew how much to ask for or was told how much to ask for all the time she’d remember.

[@eddyblaze343]

@@AmyLou402 If she calls him at least once a month, sometimes multiple for money then she shouldn't have an issue remembering that at the very least Mark has been sending her money.

[@AmyLou402]

@@eddyblaze343 Exactly. I cannot believe the $ they went thru! In WV!! It’s almost not possible. Hmmmm…unless the $ went to multiple people besides them.

[@richardnixon7248]

They're mentally disabled and you expect them to behave perfectly

[@3blindmice905]

Yes it is time to cut the ties with the Whitakers in my opinion especially if you are sending them your own money.

[@marysunshine5587]

I would not be doing that

[@Allyourbase1990]

I agree . I’ll help someone , but once you take advantage this much , and prove that you have no financial responsibility. I’m done

[@Anninukichild]

4 real. They get money for food, and literally eat boogers..get money for washers and soap and wear $hit stained pants

[@paigegainey7099]

Please stop sending them money. Some of these people are just so full of crap. Thanks for the great content ❤

[@jason96]

I agree

[@christinestarbucksandthe2292]

I just discovered you a few days ago and have watched as many segments as i can. What a wonderful, caring, generous man you are. Thank you for all you do. God bless you for all you do. You are now a permanent part of my viewing as i learn so much about humanity from your work. Thank you

[@Charlotte74347]

Agree

[@chrisdawson3859]

No good deed goes unpunished. No one can blame you. You did a kind gesture. You went WAY above and beyond. Time to walk away.

[@D34DxChevy]

I was officially done with the Whitaker when they faked Larry’s death just to get money out of you. Absolutely disgusting people if you ask me.

[@JulieT..]

Yeah, that is about as low as it gets. He needs to cut them off and move on to other people who deserve to be helped and will appreciate it.

[@Betsy.Ross76]

The niece bj and grandsons were stealing the money.... the other 4 have IQ of 80 or less. They need someone to over see it so they can't be taken advantage of. Stop being so nasty

[@marieevans8166]

Same

[@TheFatalHalo]

This money is coming from people who genuinely want to do good for them - and then you have a situation like this that completely torpedoes people's faith in humanity and changes the perspective of a family facing hard times who need help to a family that is simply taking advantage of people's good faith and will - even to the extent of lying and manipulating to get even more than they already have. This is an unfortunate outcome and truly heartbreaking, but it needs to stop - at least from the angle of asking others to help fund a goal that's never going to be realized. Thank you though, Mark. You're a genuinely good person and your heart was in the right place. I appreciate you being transparent with us. Tyler can go kick rocks with his BS. Now HE can be their financial lifeline if he cares so much.

[@suehuber7722]

Amazed money for house was doled out whenever they asked!

[@asitdas8353]

Tyler Oliveira just exposed himself ! More power to Mark!

[@oldironsides4107]

Why would this guy give 160 k to a family of generations of inbreeding. Everyone’s a drug addict. Literally people bark. This guy interviews people at the lowest if there low. You’re telling me. He does t know what happens if you give them thousands of dollars of cash a week? He knows better. He would allocate that for home repairs. Vehicles. They get free food and medical. You don’t give a couple dozen inbred crackhead cash and wonder what’s happening? You don’t have to be Nostradamus to see what’s happening

[@homesteadgal4143]

This Tyler person could be facing a liability lawsuit from this YT Channel. I just hope that Mark isn't being set up for some type of Fed investigation.

[@Waynes-xt9gr]

@@homesteadgal4143 if Mark (for what i heard so far.....) has his validation etc together, nobody can pin him down. someone probably just found out how $$$$$ they can be with making vids and telling viewers to push that subscribe button and give thumbs ups....... The only way you guys are gonna let me give you brownie *** is to make a video of things or car repair or household chores that help me.......

[@CrystalShaman]

Mark has done nothing wrong.

[@saramarshall2957]

I'll have to watch the video to see but if the Whitaker family is telling this guy that they haven't gotten GoFundMe money then he could have just potentially been misled right?

[@peterjhpark4782]

Screw these scandal creating "KZbinrs" not offering any substance and only helping their own pockets. GOD BLESS YOU MARK FOR YOUR HONORABLE AND TRUTHFUL EFFORTS.

[@buzzzzzz69]

A perfect example of no good deed going unpunished.

[@carridesandotherrelaxingad9226]

Truth !!!

[@JonHop1]

@carridesandotherrelaxingad9226 but again, do you really think Mark handled this properly? Just handing all that money to Betty who is mentally challenged and disabled?

[@weatherstationlytovchenko4794]

this video is a perfect example of damage control by a complicit person

[@randyjahnke5702]

Mark wasn't smart to allow these people to manage all that money. Be smarter next time mark

[@river8760]

@@JonHop1100% agree!

[@jodihowell8077]

Mark. Just walk away from the Whitakers. You’ve gone above & beyond & it’s disgusting how they’ve treated you. No one would fault you for walking away. Good vibes & love your way. You’ve got a good heart.

[@Zooeee915]

Couldn’t agree more, he has done the best that he could

[@maureenblutekraus3561]

💯

[@tonyp1376]

If I were Mark I'd take the remaining money and use it to take Ray to the doctor and have his knee treated. The guy is in severe pain and despite him trying to communicate that to any and everyone noone has helped him with it. Any remaining funds should be allocated to helping Ray, Timmy and/or Lorraine or enriching their lives. While I feel for Betty, she has basically sacrificed her entire life caring for them, other members of the family clearly persuade her to give them the funds leaving the most vulnerable Whitakers with basically none of it.

[@maureenblutekraus3561]

@tonyp1376 there is no money left

[@JonHop1]

@@tonyp1376 tbh, this is mostly Mark's fault. Mark had good intentions, but executed this terribly. Mark has so much experience with addicts and mentally ill, yet I cannot wrap my head around why he would create a go-fund-me, that was set up to just hand cash to the Whittakers. A family that CLEARLY does not have the mental skill or ability to manage money or their lives. Yet he starts handing them thousands of dollars? The Whittakers, Betty, Larry could have easily been killed over this money. Its clear as day Betty has been manipulated to use Mark as a piggy bank for her families drug habits. If Mark properly set up a foundation to have this money used ONLY on the Whittakers necessities(like medical care, housing, food, etc,), none of this would be happening. Its just shocking to me Mark was handing Betty all of this money.

[@hopeangel1970]

Betty and Larry knew exactly what they were doing. They knew the money was there and started hustling.

[@fluffylittlebear]

Not Betty. Maybe Larry. Larry's driving around in a $60k pickup truck. From what I can tell, Betty herself hasn't benefited from this money at all. And Kenny seems like the best of them despite so many comments from morons thinking he was stealing the money.

[@tiffanyblack9704]

Um...she's Intellectually disabled. She isn't hustling anyone.

[@onemorething100]

@@fluffylittlebearYou're Mistaken. If you watched the "Dead Larry" ruse, it's obvious Betty knew/knows more than she lets on.

[@fluffylittlebear]

@@onemorething100 Sure she does. That doesn't mean she's taking any money for herself. As the main contact point between the Whittakers and Mark, she's being used by others in her family. She was obviously forced or coerced into saying Larry was dead.

[@Steve-ev6vx]

​@@onemorething100Larry bought a truck and BJ and her brother were buying crack and heroin/fentanyl.

[@bizarrojane4361]

100k in just one year?! Yet they still live in the same dilapidated shack surrounded by garbage? That’s a shame. The one video I saw, there was a huge ATV and Larry pulled up in a big red truck that looked brand new and some of those trucks can go for 50k+ and a high end brand new ATV can go for 30k. I wouldn’t trust these people to be able to spend 100 bucks responsibly without coming home with lottery tickets, booze and a trucker hat with boobs on it.

[@debbieleonardo5190]

They could have gotten a new trailer for that amount of money. This is absurd!

[@kikitasugz]

That makes perfect sense, they don’t need $3-5000 for groceries! They’re buying big stuff…or drugs for extended family who knows

[@Chaucer89]

Compassion fatigue is a real thing. You've done great man, no one should blame ya for not doing GFM's anymore. Thanks for the great content

[@ELJ691]

Let’s see what’s interesting in your life after you said the best moment in your life was photographing the whittakers. 😑a little defensive now.

[@ELJ691]

Hope I made you another dollar.

[@Waynes-xt9gr]

GFMs are getting real bad these days.........I heard of the GFM one with that "mom' who placed an ad regarding that shooting at the NFL super bowl parade....

[@NicoleElizabeth4419]

Every time money is involved, the ugly in people come out. I'm glad you're putting your foot down.

[@Uhhlaneuh]

I’m glad he’s being transparent

[@Katherine_xs]

True

[@Mybasedworld]

If you’re already ugly. What’s that called then?

[@Youaretheactionsofgod]

​@@Uhhlaneuh If only our own government was this transparent

[@mariacarola5]

Exactly

[@boozumbuddybulliesburgesse4324]

I could never imagine Mark being a ‘scammer’..it’s so disheartening that people exploit kindness and compassion because they can’t see anything else but needing drama and self centeredness I totally understand and I am glad your drawing a line in the sand and creating boundaries to protect yourself

[@bellachannell777]

I couldn't agree more! I think some of the money is unfortunately being spent on drugs. Mark should most definitely allow them to fend for themselves at this point.

[@Hillr2249]

Never a scammer

[@CincyBee50]

​@bellachannell777 sadly we know drugs had a party in it. There's a video from Mark a short time ago of BJ telling Mark that Larry died. She admitted to the lie because she is on drugs. It broke my heart. Mark has a good heart

[@jaynerossi3532]

I watched mark for a few yrs now, I just can't imagine him stealing of anyone, shocking that anyone could make accusations like that, man has a heart of gold

[@Hillr2249]

@@jaynerossi3532 no he didn’t they did it to themselves sadly

[@Lena-i3t4v]

I just recently heard about you and you helping the Whitaker family. I have watched the back videos through the years and I want to tell you that you and your staff have touched my heart with your kindess to them and I apprecaite you so much helping them so much you have a big heart and do not deserve this. I also noticed along with other people the more money they received the more family members started coming out of the woods. May God Bless You and Your Staff in all you do. I agree with you walking away from them it is time they do not appreciate you.

[@hesterm1976]

It’s Ray and Timmy I really feel for, they feel and show pure joy when they see you, they would miss you, not the money. This Tyler person has a lot to answer for.

[@Amyym]

Yes so much this but also including the dogs. The recent video of Mark showing up to the property unannounced to see if Larry was alive when his death was faked to get more money broke my heart seeing Ray and Timmy. They're at the mercy of everyone else. They were so excited to see Mark and obviously love the time he spends interacting with them. It's so unfair they're forced to go without because of the greed of others. They're also the one's most exploited by scumbags like Tyler when Mark genuinely cares and tries to protect them. They deserve the best care which all the money that was given could've paid for. Occupational therapy, psychiatry, medical care, etc. and vehicle/fuel costs could've easily been taken care of. If that Tyler dude genuinely cared he would've taken the steps make sure Timmy and Ray were cared for. Seeing people suffer is hard enough but to see people suffer when there's means to make sure they don't have to is heartbreaking.

[@cordelia-l9t]

And Ms Lorraine

[@liv0003]

​@@Amyym what about Mrs. Lorraine? She is the sweetest of all. This poor woman is the innocence personified.

[@Waynes-xt9gr]

if ANY I feel sorry for at the end, its Ray, Timmy, and Lorraine.....they probably dont nothing wrong

[@Kamikazikyle]

@@Waynes-xt9gri might just be high and falling for her act but i do genuinly think betty should be included shes able to communicate sure but she always seems confused shes smarter and more capable then ray and timmy for sure but i dont think its by much. now larry on the other hand you can tell with him he always stops to think before he talks and he talks slow still not a genius but i think hes better than he lets on

[@vlc518]

Mark - no one in the Whitaker family has ever said thank you , Mark. So, on behalf of all of your millions of viewers - thank you. Thank you for all that you have done in such a respectful, classy , eloquent and compassionate way. You are the man for sure and without a doubt you have left your mark - pun intended.

[@marysunshine5587]

I noticed they always seemed to have a air of entitlement when here's there giving or taking them places. The old gray haired guy once said after Mark mentioned he wants to make sure he continues to help them the old guy Larry I think said "I hope so" in a weird demanding way. The just got greedy

[@AVIANcollabs]

@@marysunshine5587to play devils advocate, they might not be the most sociable people. its normal for awkward people or maybe autistic people to not know the "correct" way to respond. i think judging people on how they say things is really irresponsible and honestly ableist especially in this scenario

[@luaquino3528]

@avian2020 but yet I understand that, but it’s crazy how they do t know the “correct way to respond” but they do know how to take the mo money.

[@freeatlast7384]

​@@marysunshine5587Give your head a shake

[@Skbeuker]

How do you know none of the whittaker family has ever said thanks to mark and why do you find it upon yourself to speak as the voice of the collective millions when no one asked and no one elected you? You make some ballsy assumptions. I need your level of delusion or maybe it’s confidence or arrogance…but whatever it is…I see you do not have a problem with low confidence

[@aliciam1661]

TY Mark, for "clearing all this up". NOBODY thought u "stole" it!!! Ur reputation is IMPECCABLE!!! And ur heart is GOLDEN!

[@ManoloSeFue]

👍🏼

[@lisajoyce6803]

@@ManoloSeFueI couldn’t have said it better myself

[@BodyWeakDotNet]

RIGHT....He seems like a real cool dude to me ...and ive been here since day 1.... it's sad to know we won't see the family any more. But i don't blame him for walking away!!

[@coldbrewlife]

Unfortunately some people did think that...

[@JohnSmithNYC]

This is an excellent reminder of the dangers of “helping” strangers and family. Especially when that help comes in a form of money. People become entitled and aggressive.

[@bluebird4750]

No good deed goes unpunished. You’re a good soul Mark.

[@lucindafrederick1161]

My thoughts exactly. Heartbreaking.

[@zippyzozie3055]

I said that too….what stinks about this is that Tyler guy is now making videos to exploit the Whitaker family and make it like he is the martyr…funny thing is …Mark started this journey with them and gave them so much! God will reward him for all he has done!

[@grandmad3823]

There are certain family members that are hanging around Betty for money. Larry has no business getting into that money. Suddenly all the grandkids and cousins, etc are always there. The drug culture is very powerful in their area.

[@pizzapizza6756]

Ya, he probably got bold after using the money to purchase a vehicle, Why he was getting money anyway I would like to know.

[@barbaraalexander1691]

Larry spent money on that small house he moved next door, 4 wheelet, vehicle. He worked. Should have spent his own money on it. The brother across road had run down trailer. They were right there every time they went to eat and get Xmas items. Noone ever helps ray get correct size pants. The last visit there were all those extra people in rear of house and curtains closing room off in front of laundry room. Were they living there. Larry's house was gone last visit.

[@cadavher]

Noticed that too. Just more and more family showing up all a sudden.

[@vickihughes5751]

@@pizzapizza6756I'm sure Betty gave it to him.

[@michelemcguire8995]

Its greedy people

[@JOHNPEARCE-z3e]

LOVED YOUR SERIES ON THE WHITTIKER FAMILY. SAD THIS HAS COME TO THIS. HOLD YOUR HEAD HIGH AND KEEP MARCHING FORWARD. LOOK FORWARD TO YOUR FUTURE WORK.GOOD LUCK, AND GOD BLESS.

[@merksworld4271]

Im sorry you even needed to explain this. We stand with you mark

[@ricardoherrera4042]

that tyler kid a bum mark, thanks for all you did

[@Damon_Strong]

The Whittakers must be handing out money to all their extended family. Living in West Virginia in a broken down house isn't expensive.

[@iwantmy_sk844]

EXACTLY, re: "...isn't expensive"! Mark did a couple of videos on the social problems of the area (remember the guy on the side of the road with the motorcycle?), in particular the rampant crack, *meth, and benzos - use? Remember the videos of taking them to eat fast food and the (huge) shopping at Walmart? Everybody "and their brother" recognized them! There are always people taking advantage -- I wouldn't be surprised if either of the populations I just referred-to didn't see the Whittakers as a potential "next fix" or a money pot! For that reason (and that they couldn't conceptualize such ammounts), there should have been some system of checks + balances, like a money mgr. Somebody has been draining that money ($3,000, $4,000, $4,000, $3,000,...)!

[@blaise6981]

I’d be living like a king w that money

[@AveriesMiranda]

Yeah I wonder if they’re being taken advantage of

[@amandamorris754]

I thought the same my self.

[@wvgirl7264]

Something else that most people don't realize is the fact that every one of them receives a SSI check. No I don't know exactly what they get a month but let's do bare minimum at $800... That's $3,200 a month just for Betty, Lorraine, Ray and Timmy!! That doesn't count food stamps, they probably get around $1500 a month just for food! They're not as hard up as people think.

[@teresat.6386]

You are a good man, Mark. I think you've made the right choice in stepping back. Never lose your compassion for helping others.

[@oliverhewitt9391]

Absolutely the right decision. I hope the headache's go now Mark. Sending love from the UK. ❤

[@patriciarowe4751]

Walk away...Don't Help Them Anymore...Taking Advantage of your Kindness...💞💞

[@ehalverson9323]

He helped exploit these people with the help of Larry and BJ. The rest of the family are disabled. They are inbred. Does no one get that. Thy should have gotten more and who cares. He chose to exploit them. There I.Q., levels are not to be even questioned. Do you not get it. They are disabled and this millionaire is crying cause he got his foot too far in the muk with these people. Arse man will be in prison.

[@bayarea5034]

Once something is free it no longer has value. Money has to be earned and not given freely. The Whittaker’s took you for granted Mark. Shame on them. You did it all for the right reasons Mark.

[@aus-li]

But *WHY* would he “freely” give all that money away like nothing? Why didn’t he hire professionals to help the family? You’re literally blaming a family who doesn’t understand reality. I swear, these fanbases are braindead.

[@tonimiller3922]

I think they don’t understand money. So they just ask and they are given and then they ask for more and it’s given.

[@aus-li]

@@tonimiller3922 They don’t!! It’s Mark’s fault for being completely naive, and he tries to put the fault on Tyler, because he doesn’t want to admit he’s fucked up big time with this whole ordeal. The dude is pathetic.

[@fredflintstone8048]

It's just human nature. Once people are given things it's a very short trip from feeling grateful to feeling entitled. It's why once people go on welfare, you cannot wean them off of it without major problems.

[@thankyoubrandon8530]

No he didn't. Mark is scum and a liar. Why call it, "Whitaker new house fund" if it's not used for that???? Lies!!! Mark will have legal repercussions for this.b

[@AmyLou402]

I hope Betty has Tyler’s number and calls him just as much for $. THEN maybe he will realize.

[@MyTessk]

I was just thinking see will he help the family scumbag I would not even go onto his page would not give him the satisfaction just looking for the clicks 😢

[@wildmustangart1577]

Tyler won't do anything for these people. He's only in it for himself.

[@jimbobo5295]

He's gonna steal that money....

[@brianmosey8401]

That bitch Tyler won't do half of what Mark has done for that family

[@AmyLou402]

@@brianmosey8401 He’ll never take one phone call!

[@jeniwhitt481]

My sister told me about your channel yesterday evening. I started watching throughout the night and into the morning hours to finish all of the videos. I was hooked on this family and the story you were telling. Half way through the videos, I thought when I wake up tomorrow, I will send money to the GoFundMe account. I noticed about 3/4 of viewing the videos, that some family members would (passive-aggresively) bring up needing money. However, I still wanted to help. After finishing all of the videos, I was heartbroken that your generosity (and the donors) turned out NOT to be appreciated. I was floored with the video of BJ confessing to outright lying about the death of her father to get drug money. My personal belief is that there were only 3 people that had no part in the lie (Lorraine, Timothy, and Ray). I then watched Tyler's video of the family and the way he questioned your morals. This video made me disgusted. The song, "Dirty Money" popped into my head after watching Tyler's video. He was trying to do a sensational video to get more viewers to his channel. A professional "reporter" should look at ALL facts before beginning a story. It also struck me odd, that you never once received a thank you for all you were doing with the people that could verbalize that sentiment. However, I hope you firmly know in your heart that Timothy and Ray were appreciative of what you were doing for their family by the way they always greeted you. I also believe you played a big part in getting the poor dog help for his leg that caused the amputation. It was never in the videos, but I believe you were the main force in getting that poor dog help. As you can probably tell by my long rant, this story will sit in my brain for a long time and I will need to find a local outlet to help others in need. I am not even a little bit wealthy, but am thankful for everything that I have, and hope others to have help when needed. I will start in my own community. You are a kind and caring man, and I hope you many blessings in the future.

[@mistylavae2433]

I support you in no longer doing go fund me accounts. No good deed goes unpunished. I’m sorry this has been your experience. Keep up your videos ❤ Thank you Mark

[@jessjerz755]

I have to say a lot of these people who he has helped seemed like users from the start. I feel bad these people ruined what could have been an amazing opportunity for some.

[@edbassmaster]

Thankful for you helping the Whitakers. And for bringing them into our lives.

[@boomhauer0079]

would you look at that...

[@MohammadKarim-g1r]

OMG I WATCH UR VIDEOS I LOVE IT THE PRANKS AND OLD STYLE

[@MohammadKarim-g1r]

OMG I WATCH UR VIDEOS I LOVE IT THE PRANKS AND OLD STYLE

[@EpicKook]

Pssssssst

[@jamessmith99731]

@@boomhauer0079 Just look at it.

[@jonnuanez7183]

Rebecca and the Whitakers are giving Mark a hell of a life lesson about how easily others can take generosity for granted and not care about how others feel about it, regardless of "thought capacity/ability".

[@hollyholy641]

True human nature ALWAYS bleeds through no matter how desperate they may seem.

[@barneyhubble8009]

Rebecca does say thank you a lot, shes a pain in the ass sometimes but when she's not completely out of it she's grateful. The Whittakers ohhh poor Timmy Ray and Lorraine, they would understand the money side of it or why more are visiting for money off Betty. Didnt they say BJ or one of the kids threatened to burn her house down??? I think she passes the money on for peace thinking its family money anyway. Larry... Im not so sure, hed know the score!!! Love your vids Mark, please dont give up, weve fell in love with Timmy Ray and Lorraine. You too x

[@athorpe630]

I just found this post. Mark it's time to back out. It sounds like someone is getting shady now. We see all the good you've done. Now they are starting to get greedy. They are greedy not needy. You can back out now. You've done enough. Proud of you thanks for helping as much as you did.

[@kylependygraft2023]

As a Tyler O viewer even I can see his ploy to create drama. Thank you for being transparent to all of us to shut up the haters.

[@ginac9970]

Amen!

[@hansvillenews]

It’s always been his tactic

[@chrissieroxba2949]

I just unsubscribed from Tyler!

[@rockymtn1291]

I think Tyler had a legitimate question but seeing this brings more questions about what is happening once the Whittakers get it.

[@millville444]

Well I hope that after this nonsense, you stop watching that shitbag Tyler. He's a fucking loser.

[@Lisa-Peter7875]

I think you're best just stepping away from them, Mark. You have been in our newspapers in the UK, and you are praised for all you have done for the family. You are a very kind man.

[@jerseygirl5771]

That is lovely to hear. Mark is a good man Tyler should be ashamed of himself

[@chrisvig123]

Yeah enough is enough they’ve just just gotten greedy like everyone else unfortunately

[@ejjohn2388]

I think stepping away from all these people he interviews would be wise

[@MrEp5]

I think they are just using him and the donators.

[@itzlexxii]

⁠@shaunnal2560it isn’t fair that he’s sending them all of the money that was donated, and money from his own pockets and paying all the taxes and still being questioned about money. Betty has enough sense to ask Mark to wire her money because she “needed it”. She stated that she thought the money was coming from Mark, she has some type of understanding of the situation.

[@BrightiiS]

Mark, I'm so sorry that your kindness has been taken for granted. I appreciate what you have done, and continue to do for others.

[@Manhunter8922]

Mark, it is unfortunate that your kindness has not been ignored. It's terrible that want to be journalists try to scrape up a story to boost their platform. We have seen your kindness and applaud you. God bless you and good luck.

[@lastchance8574]

Proves my point when i always say "People you help begin to think they are privileged and entitled!" They even start acting like you owe them something. Absolutely disgusting!

[@somedesertdude1308]

give house

[@lastchance8574]

@@somedesertdude1308, if you are emplying Mark owes them a house you are wrong. Money hungry Betty and her Brother kept asking Mark for money until their funds diminished. They didnt care about getting a house, all they wanted was to blow the money.

[@wednesday9623]

​@lastchance8574 he doesnt owe them a house o agree but he also has been exploiting this family for years making major profit for himself and his channel

[@jaydenp4975]

Exactly

[@rowdy__p]

They are inbred.. what kind of critical thinking skills do you think they have?? ​@lastchance8574

[@laurenbreatnach42]

Mark I never even questioned your integrity. That’s the honest truth. You made the right decision. Your work is fantastic.

[@biancablount530]

You wrote that comment like you know him in real life or something

[@Frankie33828]

Don't be so stupid 🙄

[@Crosshatch1212]

@@biancablount530exactly he’s at it

[@iu.lia.na.]

You sound senile, have you even seen the mountain of proof out there?

[@Moon...MisterMoon]

@@biancablount530She wrote the comment like she watches his videos…

[@jennifermorrison580]

And yes Mark, shut the GoFundMe down for the Whittakers. Sometimes when we try to do right, it is not appreciated. You did SO much for them, incredible.

[@markcavandish1295]

Absolutely!

[@MariaCascalheira-sh9eq]

Correct

[@cynthiarabe5924]

I agree !

[@jessicajennifer9827]

Agreed Jennifer. In addition, that phonecall he had with Betty proved that they never do say thank you.

[@robinsymonds5353]

Inbred people can't wipe their asses more a less managing money

[@lesaleachman5222]

So sad. Prayers and blessings for you and all the people involved. You are really an angel. ❤

[@maureenmcconnell5592]

Agree Mark. Cut ties and no more funding the Whitaker’s. People take advantage of kind hearts. No more!

[@mjgerleman]

I suspect that a close investigation would reveal the Whittaker's themselves were scammed out of the money Mark sent.

[@restlessriver5870]

He cares deeply for the Whitakers. He is acting tough throughout the video, then he got on the phone with Betty, and his heart melted.

[@lih-fk8by]

No good deed goes unpunished, this is exactly why our government needs to step in and help these people not leave it up to good people like Mark

[@EmilyRose0]

It feels bad to believe Betty would not care, Mark said "nobody ever thanked him" here. I do to really believe this. But if Betty, who seems to be the brightest among them remembers to call Mark for money she should remember that he send it, she should not just tell this dude she does not know where it goes, but I think he gears conversations in the way he asks leading questions, he had this already painted out in his mind. I am not 100% sure if Mark should be angry with them. But they for sure getting exploited my Taylor now. He is a total douchebag, he reminds me of the fake pranks and "giving to the homeless" KZbin tending era where idiots filmed themselves giving to homless PURELY for their own gain.

[@copper-tc6un]

I grew up in West Virginia. Moved to California, and became a law enforcement officer there. I've watched SWU and the Whitaker's story from the beginning. You were compassionate and tried to help them. You did the right thing by them, and it didn't quite work out. So very many of us appreciate your efforts. We know the truth. Kudos my friend.

[@suziet1215]

Irresponsible journalism. EXACTLY. Mark, we are here for you ❤❤

[@NillerMann]

You’re being rather generous with the word ‘journalism’ here.

[@ehalverson9323]

He helped exploit these people with the help of Larry and BJ. The rest of the family are disabled. They are inbred. Does no one get that. Thy should have gotten more and who cares. He chose to exploit them. There I.Q., levels are not to be even questioned. Do you not get it. They are disabled and this millionaire is crying cause he got his foot too far in the muk with these people. Arse man will be in prison. FYI, he would have never gotten personal with them if he was a professional journalist himself or whatever this creep is.

[@cassietherainbowsend722]

Attn: State of W.VA. Here ya go. From 2022 -present 2024 her income. No one with that monthly income should be on any assistance or have state funded benefits. Pay it back, Betty.

[@mgansworth78]

Mark - stop helping this family from your own personal account! You've done more than anyone on the planet has done for them. It's ENOUGH !!

[@earlofcumbrae-Ground_Zero]

How much $ do think Mark has made from the millions of views on his Whittaker videos.. He's made much more €€$$ than he has ever given them...even this money is from a go fund me . Not from mark !!!;

[@Robbie1075]

@@earlofcumbrae-Ground_Zero Do you expect him to live off donations, too? He wouldn't be able to help anyone. Are you retarded? Helping people is his passion. The videos are his way of monetizing that so he can afford to live AND help people. But shit bags like you are what ruins it. Good job asshole.

[@brendaprater52]

I'm so vjh11 to hhj❤1111111​

[@brendaprater52]

​Gb11111111111111111111111111111

[@GhostTweeHubBub]

Bye, Karen!

[@MsRobinL]

Don't let them stop you from helping others. But also don't be taken advantage of!

[@Freelyrycs]

The idea of Tyler investigating these people being taken advantage of, when he himself is constantly being accused of exploiting homeless people is wild. Mark, you’re trusted by so many. We appreciate you!

[@eddievaliant8956]

Tyler's channel is pretty great material.

[@HoosierPete69.]

He needs to be banned from You Tube, he won't lose a second of sleep over hurting the Whittakers.

[@Wake.Up.]

​@@HoosierPete69.Neither will mark and everybody else. If you feel bad for ungrateful and greedy liars than by all means go live with them

[@Matt_Hew]

​@@HoosierPete69.He needs to be banned from yt 😡😡😡😡 Lmao what kind of npc are you

[@nicoleswartz4695]

Now Tyler started a GoFundMe for the Whittakers. Sadly, I believe it is for exploitation purposes, unlike Mark who was truly trying to help them out. Now Tyler will know what Mark dealt with every time Betty called. We all know Betty was pressured into calling for money all the time. She was used to living poor and made do with what they had. Is Tyler going to tell her she can’t have any money from the GoFundMe??? This is just a sad situation all around

[@Thesh00tinggallery777]

I’m sorry that you had to go through this bullshit. Thank you for posting your side of the story. I really appreciate your content, especially because I was personally homeless in LA on and off for a while. What you do is amazing and I’m thankful for you showing the side of the community that most people don’t typically see.

[@lisaellis9062]

I think discontinuing the GoFundMe for them is in order. You’ve done enough Mark!! They need to be supervised with the money. They don’t have the mental capacity to understand and spend it wisely

[@coolkid006]

i saw that you copy and pasted this in the response video, i do agree though, someone close to them is taking advantage of the whole operation and needs to be closely investigated. i'm not accusing anyone here, but the logical conclusion is that either mark, or someone else is taking advantage of them.

[@coolkid006]

look its either that or betty is pocketing it, but i HIGHLY doubt that. could always be wrong though.

[@dm96177]

Yes. Totally. He literally has the receipts and has chosen to pay the taxes for them.

[@cincinnatiking8008]

@@coolkid006 I saw something about some other family member needing money for a truck and a shed

[@Colby_0-3_IRL_and_title_fights]

So essentially Mark took money from donors, wasted it and didn't improve the living conditions of this family.

[@mike407r]

My concern and I can say this as someone who is a recovering addict of heroin and I’ve been clean almost 16 years. I’m concerned that extended family and friends are taking advantage of the family for money or some extended family is using some of it towards their own drug use.

[@avalondreaming1433]

Yes, exactly. With all the money that has been given they should have a new trailer by now.

[@lostinthe2strokesmoke]

100k is a lot of heroine for a lot of people...

[@T_Burd_75]

Probably everybody up that holler is higher than a kite now. 😥

[@cmdjusttryig]

if you had have gave this update before then no one would feel the need questioning you... you didn't need to hide this information from the people who have been donating. in now way was Tyler's video a "scandal storey" as you put it.. he simply asked the question that plenty of other people have been asking it's sad that 1 man with a voice outweighs the voices of the people who have been donating. and in NO way did he make up ANY facts. And he was NOT trying to make it look any sort of way! you had given zero updates up until his video now you are the person who is trying to ruin his reputation. you sound really narcissistic "oh no one ever cam to my defence and said, oh mark helps us and gives us lot's of money" should they be? afterall it is their money...

[@T_Burd_75]

The fact that Tyler didn't even ask Mark for his side of the story before posting his video speaks volumes.

[@shebart2024]

I really don't think that they would have taken care of a new house anyway, I don't think they know how. Mark, you have a heart of gold.

[@kwpp7]

I actually cringed at the thought of them moving into a brand new beautiful house because I knew they'd destroy it in no time flat. I think their present home suits "them", if you know what I mean to say. They don't have to live in trash and squalor just because they're poor. They live this way because that's their mentality.

[@NovemberReigne]

@@kwpp7That is all they know how; the Whittakers living in their present home

[@megaboombox1]

The other guy Oliveira has already set up another GoFundMe

[@LittleGreyWolfForge]

@@kwpp7 they need a larger space….

[@Townie7177]

​@@LittleGreyWolfForgeand they'd have it if they stopped pissing it away

[@JenniferPurvis-h7j]

Keep your head up... You are a blessing!! Don't stop doing what you do! Praying for you.❤

[@sittnonchrome]

I never doubted your honesty, Mark. Wipe your hands though, buddy. They’re Tyler’s problem now.

[@Weird-to-the-core]

Problem, wow, what an amazing way to refer to people in need

[@thatonethisone5904]

A couple are aware enough to be chancers @@Weird-to-the-core

[@TheXJRMAN]

the Financial aspect I expect they are referring to, and yes drop it.@@Weird-to-the-core

[@Gorborothh]

@@Weird-to-the-coreoh, be quiet.

[@wvgirl7264]

@@Weird-to-the-core I suggest you go and help them. 😂😂 See how long you last there! 😂🤦🏻‍♀️

[@bonjovirocks24]

I noticed from the videos that neither Betty nor Larry ever said thank you. Larry once said he needed you to pay for his truck to get fixed & after you said you would, he responded with “Well I would hope so!”… as entitled as he could be. The Walmart shipping trips, the fair, the hair cuts, not one thank you. At the end when you called Betty, she knew she lied to Tyler. It’s called GREED. What the hell are they spending $130,000 on?!? They all get social security disability, Medicare, on top of your generosity.

[@marysunshine5587]

I remember when he said that. I was going to post about that but couldn't remember the exact situation. I knew after I heard him say that it might end up bad what a entitled a hole

[@christiecruzxo2841]

All of which they are supposed to be reporting those gifts to. You can’t just collect that kind of money and not report to disability etc. I know I have a disabled son with autism. They want to know everything I have right down to if my 2009 vehicle is still registered and on the road lol. They count every penny of assets. He should def stop at this point. It’s unfortunate but we all know what he tried to do. Marc has always, consistently been a class act.

[@User_yhvz]

Is larry an alcoholic? He sounds, looks and acts like one.

[@6cansshort]

Lotta meth and fentanyl in them hollers.

[@woodywood7759]

Man you are only seeing one side of it you're y'all dumb. You think Mark is just going and doing all that for that family just to be nice hell no he's monetizing and making money off of the Whittaker's content hey barge his way into this family's life to benefit his Financial Freedom. If y'all was living this kind of life would you want somebody you didn't know coming in and just start seeing them in your life and asking you odd questions

[@theresadmytriw4138]

Mark, Not for a minute did anyone believe that you were doing something wrong! Thank you for your undeniable honesty and integrity. You have helped many people through your KZbin channel. Take care of yourself too!

[@yeetproductionsbah3809]

To be fair a lot of people who watched the other video don’t know who this guy is. It’s not bad to ask questions

[@dann1cus631]

I don't think you can speak for everybody. There are definitely people out there who believe what Tyler is spewing.

[@pineapplegamer6986]

@@yeetproductionsbah3809 yeah a lot of viewers didn’t know who Mark was and their first impression of him was that he was a scammer. This is why Tyler’s video was so damaging because, whether Tyler intended for this or not, it created this negative backlash on Mark, who’s not at all a scammer and now he’s going to reduce his help given to the family and I don’t blame him at all he’s really done all he’s can for the Whittaker’s he can’t support them forever Tyler’s video just accelerated the inevitable

[@theresadmytriw4138]

@@bellas_adventure_s I disagree with you

[@ddz1375]

​@@bellas_adventure_smoney which has gone directly to the Whittaker family and promptly squandered. 100,000 dollars? You fnk kidding me? It would take me 8 years to make that much let alone pay taxes on. Gtfooh.

[@MaryMorrison-d2w]

I wanna say Thank You For Helping The Whitakers. My first time seeing what you have done.

[@custardgirl]

Seeing all the money that Betty has asked for makes me worry that someone close to the whittakers is taking money from them!

[@lindasmith3648]

I agree.

[@RosinDaddy5280]

Yea and being spent on Methanie

[@trkrzwfe]

Yep!!

[@elinchristensen4854]

I was thinking that aw well

[@margieperez5886]

Look at the 2 brothers they have given me a bad feeling from the beginning. It’s seems as if Betty could easily be taken advantage of

[@ea42455]

I live in Kentucky on the fringe of the Appalachian Region. My man, you've learned first-hand there's truth in one of our the old sayings, "Some people can't be helped."

[@T_Burd_75]

Exactly! There's a reason why some people are in the position that they're in.

[@craigslist6988]

ah yes, as jesus said.. "don't give your money to peasants, they'll just buy drugs with it. Some people cannot be helped. Donate it to orangutan dictators' legal funds, for they are the light." Book of Mark verse 420

[@25oxendine]

I live in Appalachia too, and it's hard for people like the Whitakers to spend that kind of money. I live about a half hour away, but my son lives in Bluefield WVa. They really coulda had a nice home with acreage in that part of WV's real estate prices

[@annettedavis6635]

I always say that! 👍❤️💯

[@SpandexSuperstarr]

Well some problems are more complex than just throwing money at them. There's are factors that were created over generations. They need social workers not youtubers with big wallets. They also have the right to live how they want. Just because an outsider deems it is wrong doesn't mean it's correct. That's all they've known their whole lives. Disadvantaged people should be looked at as someone who needs fixing.

[@reneet583]

With over 5 million subscribers, you can't be a scammer! You've got receipts, & the truth always comes out! You are a good man❤

[@slug..]

I truly believe this mark is shining a spotlight on some of our society's hardest to talk about subjects. It's a shame that some people want to muddy the water's of some ones good work

[@sarahholland2600]

@@slug.. Its a little obvious that theyd have no money management skills tho.

[@lorieann8669]

@@slug..his stories have shed light on worlds I never fathomed I would get insight to!

[@michellepernula872]

​@@slug..and they're probably buying trump shoes and funneled it to help him pay for his defaming a lady.

[@boutek]

The naivety of a man never cease to astound me.

[@KP-mc1vf]

This made the tears flow watching this. You are such a stand up guy. And for this to be happening is a disgrace. People that have been following you know your heart, and pure intentions!! Walk away now. Your work is done with the W family. You’ve absolutely gone above and beyond. As well as all those that have donated!!! Hang in there and know that your true followers are going nowhere and will always support you!! Thank you very much for all that you do. You ARE appreciated. God bless you. 🙏❤️🇺🇸

[@StephanieClark-j5p]

The phrase “no good deed goes unpunished” applies here more than I’ve ever seen in my life. 😢

[@Piecesoftheshadow]

I don’t understand this saying?

[@Kooczsi]

@@Piecesoftheshadow its a reference to how most good deeds come with backlash from people who are trying to virtue signal. Its easier to prove someone to be a bad person and capitalize on it, than actually being a good person. Mark is the good person in this scenario, but people like tyler olievera love ruining it for others for money

[@anthonyhollohan7651]

ppl do it to mrbeast and he doesnt stop@@Kooczsi

[@warriormom_of_many]

They seem like scammers

[@Kooczsi]

@@MG-zu4st my first language isnt english, also your example was very bad, as it doesnt explain the problem

[@Hanna.k.l]

Good for you Mark! $100k is an insane amount of money and they obviously didn't spend it wisely nor appreciate it! You did your part 🌸

[@Ipleadthefifth]

Exactly

[@YourBoeingBenefitBrain]

💯 true

[@garysaunders2029]

They are filling up the place with broke down vehicles

[@theoneandonly1158]

Exactly. Instead of getting mad at Tylor, when that old lady said in the interview was appalling, like seriously. Like she doesn't know where the money is coming from. But then again, they have have lite kid brains. So you can't expect budgeting skills nor self control.

[@Ifyoudontknownowuknow]

@@theoneandonly1158 exactly what I was saying! She always sounds confused.. I don't think she was trying to mislead Tyler I think she's just not very (trying to think of a nice way to say it) bright? Lol

[@MagsT_UBU_IBMeBee]

Your reputation is not tarnished with me, Mark. You're making the right decisions, too. Good for you! Keep up the good work! ...and, screw the nay sayers and scammers, including the Whitakers

[@cartierwhite_lasvegas]

Mark is a good man , it's always someone who mess it up for everyone

[@BillieBentley-qe5ov]

Well said, he’s helped that family tremendously. He’s been very patient with them, there’s very few people that could have done what all he has done for them. It’s sad that he has to defend himself from people trying to tarnish his name.

[@makaylawebster7315]

💯

[@nmbundy131]

I have a heart like yours Mark and I completely get what you have been doing and why..Its time to say, Be well and move on. You've done more than anyone else ever has

[@stephaniebrooker8746]

A damn shame. I'm so sorry. Thank you for showing us the other side of humanity. I'm so glad you're not stopping the videos.

[@michellestanfield6328]

I have never doubted your integrity. Thank you for all you do.

[@ginaallred1587]

It sounds like the Whittaker were taking full advantage of not only yours, but other people's kindness. I enjoyed the Whittaker videos but the entitlement attitude they have developed has just soured me. Probably wise to step away and take care of yourself. I will always support you and watch your videos. They are very enlightening for me and I wish you all the best.

[@jamiegould689]

Mark you have done all you can do. I have Appalachian family that I deal with the same thing. They are ok with the way they live and no matter what you do for them, they will always end up in the same boat. Shut it down or you will continue to enable them forever.

[@mycb1993]

Yes

[@gabrielamenendez6043]

I'm sure Ray would say thank if he could. He does every time he sees you. I recently learned of his passing. May he rest in peace. I'm so sorry you went through this. It's not fair to the donors and the Whitakers who were appreciative of your honest friendship and help. I'm sure everybody is hurt in this situation. A sad state of affairs.i don't blame you for feeling this way. It's just very sad. You have an excellent channel full of empathy.which is greatly appreciated.

[@debbiewallace67]

Ray & Timmy will be heartbroken without you. I understand you have to do what’s best for you. But, NO one ever brought light into Rays life like you mark. God bless you and thank you for all you do.

[@emariesherwood2371]

I so agree. So sad such sweet people have to get drug into this😢

[@VampExpress]

You can literally feel how hurt Mark is..I am so sorry for him and all the kindness and good intentions he has always shown. A rare gentleman in our crazy world.

[@michellelogreco3351]

They need a court appointed person to help them. They are obviously not capable of making decisions and good choices.

[@ronaldleskojr5579]

Good point.

[@manu.yt25]

And Mark needs to be more transparent, you shouldn't wait for a KZbin drama to finally be transparent about how the money you got from people toward charity is being spent, big red flag here...

[@monkeyman25100]

⁠@@manu.yt25he said “it is their money, all this money is for the Whittakers”. What was he supposed to do?

[@silentk59]

@@manu.yt25 Its no ones business. He didnt need to set up the gofundme in the first place, he did it out of good faith for them.

[@TheKatarinaGiselle]

And he should have realised this. It's sad, but with how broken everything is in this country, I do think he did his best. But I also think he should have thought about the possibilities of them not spending the money wisely and needing help.

[@StrawberryFields4ever65]

I finally watched some of this “drama” and now feel in the loop. Mark, you have given this family your TIME and LOVE! Your intentions were pure and you did a wonderful thing. Unfortunately, this KZbinr really exposed HIMSELF for the cad his is. He managed a 15 minute visit and thought he would swoop in and be the White Knight. Unfortunately, he was all show and no stay. He outed himself. You have nothing to prove. You are a fine person and have absolutely nothing to explain. God bless you and I pray you can find peace with this situation.

[@conniemoore3051]

Seems like the Whitakers needed someone like a court appointed guardian to watch over their finances and donations, they don't have the capacity to handle money, let alone that much money. I'll bet family members came out of the woodwork with their hands out and took money from them. You tried to do a good thing Mark but the Whitakers have lived the way they do for many years and generations in filth and poverty, and without someone teaching them how to keep their house clean, a new house will look like the current one does in no time. Everyday tasks that require planning, organization, or problem-solving can be more challenging for those with low IQs. This includes tasks like managing finances, cooking, social skills and cues.

[@peaceblossom9636]

My thoughts exactly 🤯

[@theresaciba632]

Please don't give up on them😢😢😢😢😢

[@theresaciba632]

I agree 100%

[@roman2227]

maybe one of the retards ate the money

[@barbaraolsem5150]

So true. You could bet that a new house would be trashed and filthy in no time. So they've gotten over 100 grand in cash so far. That's a lot of money - where exactly did it go? You're right they need an honest person to oversee exactly what money is going to be used for along with receipts.

[@jennifermaida585]

They should have had a court appointed conservatorship, I am so sorry.

[@sarahholland2600]

Exactly. They're still living in squalor & last time we saw them their bathroom had no plumbing.

[@ah5589]

That’s so much harder to obtain than you think. They would be considered too competent, according to the state.

[@electronixTech]

Absolutely. I was thinking the same thing. The money should have been held by a trusted third party unrelated to all the people involved and be administered responsibly so it would not be blown as soon as they got it. I guess unless there was a contract drawn up before the Go Fund Me was made, it would be pretty hard to do, since people like this Tyler fellow would be pointing fingers saying that the Whittaker's were not getting their money that was promised.

[@sarahholland2600]

@@ah5589 Would they tho' ? Have any of them ever attended school? At all? Can they even read or write? Betty is the only one who seems even halfway there with her comprehension & cognitive ability: & even she would probably be described as learning disabled, if assessed ( I'm a teacher). The other female (whose name I've just gone blank on) also looks like she needs anti depressants tbh. I've never seen her smile.

[@jugghead-1975]

​@@electronixTechExactly what would happen! It's easy to come up with solutions from out here looking in ! Mark owes NOBODY an explanation...

[@IOOF48]

Shocked to hear this. I'm with SWU on stopping the donations. I do love and appreciate your work. Thanks for all you do!

[@baileyg5584]

You’re a kind soul mark. I’m so sorry people take advantage of your kindness. You’re doing the right thing by setting boundaries. Thank you for everything you do!

[@adamvega4736]

I knew something was wrong when on one video Mark inquired about the home across the street and Betty just stared at Mark with a blank stare. As if she was too comfortable with the shopping spree they went on and didn't want to take the initiative and work ethic to look into the house Mark mentioned. You're a good man Mark...we need your channel.

[@roughjackson4050]

"It is always an emergency" you hit the nail on the head. This is how it is with people in the grip of the trip. No matter what you do, it never solves anything because new problems constantly pop up.

[@stephaniebragg3081]

Only 3 minutes into the video and seeing this family in a new light. Absolutely taking advantage of this entire situation.

[@america1403]

I've been thinking this since the end of the first year of the go fund me.. They're still living in squalor and yet have received over 125,000 grand. The Whittakers have totally taken advantage of every dime of the free money. On top of all the donated money, every one of the Whittaker are on ssdi and ssi which adds up to approx 6 grand per month from the government. Plus foodstamps and free medical. The Whittakers have lived in this squalor situation for decades because they're not mentally capable of financial responsibility. Their monthly government checks alone should be enough for them to live in a decent place many years ago. Mark is not responsible for the missing money. Betty and Larry Whittaker are! . Mark has gone out of his way to help these people and they have used him to the point that their gravy train is now shut off, rightfully so.. It should have been shut off long time ago! Mark, the lesson of the day is: No Good Deed Goes Unpunished!

[@rachelg9778]

They all have disabilities and some level of mental illness or disorder. They don’t really have the mental capacity “to take advantage” of something. They think of something they want or need then reach out to the guy who is helping them. Mark can’t tell them no because it’s their money so he sends it. I think trying to explain to this family the idea of saving money, or taxes etc wouldn’t really go very far

[@sunoclockoneday2576]

I don't think they understand the gravity of the situation, I doubt they are scheming on SWU . I bet there are people local to them or scammers in general pumping them up to get the money for their own ends. It's a sad situation

[@hummmdig]

Do you really think they're capable of being able to deal with any of this? Have you not watched the videos?

[@mariacarola5]

I think they don't know better, and relatives probably (nieces, nephews) are taking their money too.

[@marywells9162]

Tuff Love is needed. Sorry you had to go through this. God bless.

[@richardpowers7231]

I'm from West Virginia (I left the state over a decade ago but still visit my family somewhat regularly). I knew people that lived (and still live) like the Whitakers. I've tried helping in the past and kind of went through the same thing as you (albeit not publicly on social media). The more I helped, the more they demanded my help. It got to the point that I couldn't afford to help anymore and their attitude and treatment toward me changed dramatically. The sad truth is that many people in these financial situations can't be helped because it doesn't matter what you do, it will be all for naught in the end. I appreciate your channel and videos and the exposure you gave to the living conditions and poverty level of many people in West Virginia. I don't blame you for shutting down the gofundme, it was inevitable that it would happen eventually. Thank you for your channel and videos and I will continue to watch your work. There aren't many creators like you left, we are lucky we still have at least one left like you.

[@deeannsmith1748]

AGREED!!!

[@jinglebell9424]

I truly think Mark had the right intentions. It's time to stop the generosity, they don't seem to improve even with the help. When they go there to interview they seem to fall back into their old ways. If they didn't pull it together by now, they never will.

[@kwpp7]

You are exactly right about how people's attitudes change once you can no longer help them. It's like they think they're entitled to your money now and you become the enemy for refusing. It makes me sad to look around the Whittakers' home in Tyler's video and see how much filth and garbage is being hoarded around the place. To me that's indicative of where their mentality is at. You don't have to live like a slob just because you're impoverished. When you're a hoarder, you've got deep seated issues that aren't going to go away with receiving handouts.

[@Naejakire3]

Poverty is traumatic and there's a desperation that is hard for a lot of people to understand. Desperation makes you do fucked up things to get your needs met. This is why we so often seen a lack of appreciation and the attitude changes once the helping stops. It sucks because it often ends up with the person who helped feeling like it bit them in the ass, like they're the bad guy for helping because they couldn't help forever. When I was in poverty, I didn't have that attitude but I definitely was more OK with doing things I wouldn't usually do because of the desperation. Now that I'm not and make good money, I don't feel that desperation so there's a lot of things I won't do that I would have before.

[@lavenderblue489]

@@kwpp7 You are so right. We provided a place to live for a person. They had a huge income monthly. Wouldnt even pay for trash pickup and ended up with a rat problem. Had a new house trailer and in a short time it stunk inside, and had damage to walls. Bought expensive atv's and tore them up in months. Had beautiful new furniture that was ruined in a short time. You cannot help people like that.

[@angelaoconnor7266]

No good deed goes unpunished. Unfortunate truth. Keep being you, Mark.

[@mroberts3835]

I was thinking the same thing. So heartbreaking 💔 to see someone willing to move mountains for those in need. Thank you Mark knowing that somewhere, maybe someone’s life has changed.

[@GingerNinja1]

I say that all the time bc it's true! Especially in this case!

[@pibarrante6901]

The problem really starts when you begin to say NO

[@kathymckay3091]

Thank goodness he has records. Even records of him paying his own money when necessary.

[@caribcarib4337]

I helped 2 families in Africa during covid - I gave them money monthly for 3 years - I helped cover their expenses - and I didnt even get a letter or card of thanks from them - this is the world we live in - ungrateful people

[@jackiechan_wtf4041]

​@caribcarib4337 My man, I think your money is going to a scammer. How are you certain you've been sending money for 3 yrs to a guy in a scam call center in Lagos, Nigeria 🇳🇬?

[@bioshawna]

​​@@caribcarib4337thank you for helping them. There are many out there that would have appreciated this act. You're good people.

[@loria2685]

This is so sad for so many reasons. I totally understand your decision.

[@themdaysarelonggone]

I noticed Larry and the other brother moved straight back in as soon as you started giving them money. The truck, the house next door. It wouldnt suprise me if they and their kids and grandkids were reaping the benefits of your donations. Do not give them anymore Mark, you have done enough and for them to not even acknowledge that... Thank you for all that you do ❤

[@DreChilly]

Facts and it started with the one brother that spotted then on the 1st trip to Walmart next thing you know he's in a newly brown built home next door.

[@quiCksilvieZzz]

​@@DreChillyand those kids and grandkids of his were always in the picture after the money started flowing