Kenya, July 22 -- In a stunning announcement that has sent shockwaves through the VTuber community, Ironmouse, a prominent Twitch streamer, revealed on July 21, 2025, that she is parting ways with VShojo, alleging the agency owes her and the Immune Deficiency Foundation (IDF) over $500,000 from charity events.

The Ironmouse VShojo charity dispute, detailed in a heartfelt YouTube video, centers on unpaid funds from her 2024 subathon, prompting her to pursue legal action and sparking widespread outrage on social media trending as fans rally behind her.

Ironmouse, a Puerto Rican-American VTuber known for her record-breaking Twitch subathons and advocacy for the Immune Deficiency Foundation, announced her immediate departure from VShojo, a U.S.-based VTuber agency she co-founded in 2020.

In a July 21, 2025, YouTube video, she accused VShojo of withholding over $515,000 raised for the IDF during her 2024 subathon, which saw her surpass 310,000 subscribers, briefly holding the Twitch record before Kai Cenat reclaimed it.

Ironmouse, who lives with common variable immunodeficiency (CVID), emphasized the charity's personal significance, stating, "The IDF is why I'm here today," and expressed heartbreak over the unpaid funds, which remain outstanding nearly a year later.

The Ironmouse VShojo financial dispute also involves allegations of unpaid personal earnings, though she refrained from specifying the amount due to ongoing legal proceedings, as advised by her attorneys.

She revealed that VShojo managed her finances for privacy reasons, but issues arose when she sought control over her funds.

The VTuber community erupted in response, with fans calling VShojo's actions "absolutely fvcked" and others labeling the agency's alleged withholding of charity funds as "disgusting."

Fans have already raised $125,000 for the IDF through a new Tiltify campaign, showing robust support for Ironmouse's independent efforts.

Ironmouse's exit follows a string of departures from VShojo, including Zentreya, Matara Kan, and GEEGA, with Zentreya hinting at internal issues.

The agency, founded by Justin "TheGunrun" Ignacio and Phillip "Mowtendoo" Fortunat, has been lauded for granting talents IP ownership, unlike Japanese agencies like Hololive, but recent exits suggest deeper problems.

Fans called VShojo "cooked" for mishandling funds, comparing it to the Completionist charity fraud scandal, while others accused the agency of embezzling IDF funds raised with collaborator Connor "CDawgVA" Colquhoun. VShojo has yet to issue a public statement, intensifying scrutiny, as noted by Anime Corner.

The VTuber, who began streaming in 2017 to combat isolation from her CVID, has raised over $4 million for the IDF with CDawgVA through subathons and cycle-thons.

Her 2023 subathon successfully donated funds, but the 2024 event's $515,000 remains unpaid, prompting Ironmouse to apologize to the IDF and her "Precious Familia" fanbase.

She plans a July 2025 charity livestream to raise more funds, with all ad revenue from her announcement video donated to the IDF. Support from VTubers like Henya, Kuro, Shylily, and Dokibird, who donated $10,000, underscores the community's solidarity, per Siliconera.

The Ironmouse legal action against VShojo has raised broader questions about transparency in VTuber agencies. Sportskeeda noted that withholding charity funds is "textbook villainy," with @GGSunshinerson X speculating VShojo's financial troubles may explain the delay, though no evidence confirms this.

The agency's silence, contrasted with Ironmouse's transparency, has eroded trust, with Reddit's r/youtubedrama calling it a "fumble" of their "golden goose." Ironmouse's move to independence, retaining her IP, positions her to continue her advocacy, but the scandal may impact VShojo's reputation, with Jaxon.gg predicting further talent exits.

For those seeking Ironmouse charity controversy updates, the situation remains fluid. Her 2.3 million Twitch followers and accolades, including the 2023 Game Awards Content Creator of the Year, amplify the stakes.

The VTuber community demands accountability, with Times of India noting that this could set a precedent for agency practices.

Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Bana Kenya.