<div>Whistleblowers risk everything to tell the truth. They expose corruption, fraud, and wrongdoing at the highest levels — and too often, they pay a devastating price.
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<div>My name is <strong>Everett Stern</strong>. Many know me as the <strong>HSBC whistleblower</strong>, who exposed billions of dollars in illicit funds flowing to terrorist organizations and drug cartels. That decision nearly destroyed my life. But it also led to accountability — HSBC paid a $1.92 billion fine — and my story has been featured in Rolling Stone, Netflix’s Dirty Money, and HBO’s Last Week Tonight with John Oliver. <a href="https://youtu.be/xNo8Ve-Ej6U?t=820" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Watch Here</a>.
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<div>Now, like so many whistleblowers, I am under attack again.
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<div>I am facing a coordinated campaign of <strong>harassment</strong>, <strong>intimidation</strong>, <strong>and</strong> <strong>disinformation</strong>. I have received <strong>serious</strong> <strong>threats</strong>, including demands that I publicly discredit myself or face further retaliation. My family and I are being <strong>targeted</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>stalked</strong>, and I fear for our safety every day.
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<div>At the same time, I am engaged in multiple federal lawsuits necessary to defend myself and hold those responsible accountable. But my resources are depleted. I have already been forced to represent myself in one case because I cannot afford local counsel. The financial strain of ongoing litigation is overwhelming, and without support, I cannot continue this fight.
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<div>That’s why I have partnered with <strong>Whistleblowers of America</strong>, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting truth-tellers under attack. Together, we are launching this campaign to protect whistleblowers — starting with my case, and extending help to others who face retaliation.
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<div>Here’s how your donation will be used:
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<li>Legal defense costs — funds will go directly into my attorney’s trust account to retain counsel and cover court expenses so I can continue to defend myself.
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<li>Support for other whistleblowers — 25% of all funds raised will go directly to Whistleblowers of America, providing resources and legal support to whistleblowers nationwide.
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<div>No funds go into my personal bank account. This campaign is transparent, ethical, and dedicated to protecting those who risk everything to speak the truth.
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<div>This is the hardest period of my life since blowing the whistle on HSBC. I am exhausted, outmatched, and genuinely fearful for my safety. But I know the power of community, and I know there are people who still believe in standing up for what’s right.
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<div>Please stand with us. Donate what you can. Share this campaign widely. And help send a clear message: <strong>Whistleblowers will not be silenced</strong>.
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<div>Thank you for reading and for your support in this critical moment.
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