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“Jordan Is One Of The Most Requested Celebrity Wish Granters In The Organization's History And Was Named The Chief Wish Ambassador In 2008”
Basketball legend Michael Jordan has made a record-setting donation of $10 million to Make-A-Wish America in honor of his 60th birthday, marking the largest individual donation in the organization's 43-year history. This generous act reflects Jordan's commitment to the wish-granting organization, which he has supported for over 30 years.
Michael Jordan's involvement with Make-A-Wish
Jordan has been a key figure in Make-A-Wish since 1989, when he granted his first wish. Since then, he has been an active supporter, granting wishes to critically ill children across the globe. He is one of the most requested celebrity wish granters in the organization's history and was named the Chief Wish Ambassador in 2008.
The impact of wishes on critically ill children
Michael Jordan's donation will establish an endowment to provide the funds needed to make future wishes come true for critically ill children.The recent 2022 Wish Impact Study showed that wishes can play an essential role in the healing process. Wish alumni and medical professionals who participated in the study agree that wishes can increase joy, confidence, self-esteem, and hope for the future, resulting in improved quality of life and better health outcomes.
The importance of Jordan's donation for Make-A-Wish
In his statement, Jordan expressed his gratitude for being able to work with Make-A-Wish for the past 30 years, saying that it had been an honor to partner with them and help bring smiles and happiness to so many kids. He hopes that his decision to celebrate his birthday by donating to Make-A-Wish will inspire others to help make dreams come true for children waiting for their wishes to be granted.
Leslie Motter, President, and CEO of Make-A-Wish America commended Michael Jordan's generosity and dedication, stating that his donation is a testament to the quality of his character. She hopes that his contribution will encourage others to follow in his footsteps and make a positive impact in the lives of critically ill children.