To mark his upcoming 60th birthday, Michael Jordan has bestowed a $10 million gift on the Make-A-Wish foundation. The organization said Wednesday it was the largest donation from an individual in its 43-year history.
Jordan, now the owner of the Charlotte Hornets, is regarded by many as the greatest player in NBA history. A five-time MVP and 14-time all-star, he won six championships with the Chicago Bulls in as many trips to the Finals, earning series MVP honors each time. Jordan also won defensive player of the year and rookie of the year awards to complement his 10 scoring titles — his 30.1 career scoring average is the highest in league annals — and he helped Team USA win two Olympic gold medals.
“Everyone knows about Michael’s legacy on the basketball court,” Leslie Motter, president and CEO of Make-A-Wish America, said Wednesday in a statement, “but it’s what he has consistently done off the court when no one’s watching that makes him a true legend for wish families and the wider Make-A-Wish community.
“I can’t think of a better birthday gift,” Jordan said, “than seeing others join me in supporting Make-A-Wish so that every child can experience the magic of having their wish come true.”
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