MJ the GOAT just donated a record $10 million to Make-A-Wish to celebrate his 60th birthday
· Feb 23, 2023 · NottheBee.com
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MJ the GOAT is still breaking records at age 60.

Michael Jordan, the greatest basketball player of all time (fight me), celebrated his 60th birthday on Friday by donating $10 million to the Make-A-Wish foundation -- the largest individual donation in the organization's history.

Jordan has been a partner of Make-A-Wish -- which fulfills the wishes of children with a critical illnesses -- for over 3 decades now.

MJ offered this statement about his huge donation:

"For the past 34 years, it's been an honor to partner with Make-A-Wish and help bring a smile and happiness to so many kids. Witnessing their strength and resilience during such a tough time in their lives has truly been an inspiration. I can't think of a better birthday gift than seeing others join me in supporting Make-A-Wish so that every child can experience the magic of having their wish come true."

And from Leslie Motter, president and CEO of Make-A-Wish America:

"Everyone knows about Michael's legacy on the basketball court, 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. Michael using his birthday as a chance to make history for Make-A-Wish speaks to the quality of his character and his loyal dedication to making life better for children with critical illnesses. We hope that the public will be inspired to follow in his footsteps by helping make wishes come true."

Jordan's donation will create an endowment to provide the funds needed to make future wishes possible for kids with critical illnesses.

Nice work, MJ. Dang nice work.

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