NBA legend Michael Jordan didn\u2019t want anything for his birthday. Instead, he wanted to give something for his birthday.<\/p>\n
What he gave for his 60th birthday was the biggest individual donation in Make-A-Wish\u2018s 43-year history.
\nJordan\u2019s birthday present was making and helping to inspire others to make children\u2019s dreams come true.<\/p>\n
Jordan has worked with the foundation, which grants the wishes of children with critical illnesses, since 1989.<\/p>\n
He is one of the most requested celebrities for meet-and-greets..
\nHe\u2019s granted the wishes of hundreds of children across the world and was made a Make-A-Wish Chief Wish Ambassador in 2008 for having such a profound impact on children and their families.<\/p>\n
\u201cWitnessing their strength and resilience during such a tough time in their lives has truly been an inspiration. I can\u2019t 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,\u201d Jordan said.<\/p>\n
A 2022 study discovered the actual impact that these wish have on children and their families. Having their wishes granted was found to help with the physical, mental, and emotional health of the child.<\/p>\n
Wishes were found to increase \u201chope, strength, joy, confidence, self-esteem, quality of life, and well-being.\u201d They also aided with coping during changes in treatment, strengthening the bond between families, and helping to reduce depression, hopelessness, trauma, and feeling alone.<\/p>\n
\u201cMichael 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,\u201d Make-A-Wish President and CEO Leslie Motter said.<\/p>\n
Jordan\u2019s gift will go toward an endowment that will fulfill future wishes.<\/p>\n
Jordan hasn\u2019t only inspired those looking to improve the lives of children worldwide.<\/p>\n
He\u2019s also inspired millions of fans throughout his career.<\/p>\n
According to NPR, he won six NBA championships and is a five-time MVP winner.
\nHe\u2019s also a 14-time All-Star and a Hall of Famer.<\/p>\n
Jordan played for the Bulls for 13 seasons and took a year-and-a-half break to play minor league baseball with the Chicago White Sox.<\/p>\n
He then picked basketball back up for two more seasons with the Washington Wizards.<\/p>\n
These days he serves as the owner of the Charlotte Hornets.
\nAccording to Bleacher Report, Jordan is a record-breaking player. He holds the record for being the only player in NBA history never to score under 20 points in a finals game.<\/p>\n
He\u2019s also known for breaking two records in one half of a game by making 20 free throws and taking 23.<\/p>\n
There are even more than that.<\/p>\n
Jordan\u2019s birthday donation is just another record on his long list of breaking records.
\nAnother celebrity to recently break another Make-A-Wish record is John Cena.<\/p>\n
The pro-wrestler and actor set the Guinness World Record for granting the most Make-A-Wish Foundation wishes.<\/p>\n
Cena helped to grant the wishes of 650 children.<\/p>\n
Cena first partnered with the organization in 2002.<\/p>\n
He was also named as the most requested celebrity.<\/p>\n
Learn more about Jordan\u2019s birthday donation in the video below.
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