Michael Jordan donates $10 million to open new medical clinics in his North Carolina hometown
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Michael Jordan seen with his NBA championship and MVP trophies in 1998.
NBA legend Michael Jordan is donating $10 million to open two new medical clinics in his hometown of Wilmington, North Carolina.
The clinics, slated to open in 2022, will serve the uninsured or underinsured residents of New Hanover County, according to a news release from Novant Health, a regional health care system.
“Everyone should have access to quality health care, no matter where they live, or whether or not they have insurance.” Jordan said in a statement. “Wilmington holds a special place in my heart and it’s truly gratifying to be able to give back to the community that supported me throughout my life.”
Novant announced a $10m gift from Michael Jordan to open two clinics in New Hanover County that serve uninsured and underinsured individuals. (Port City Daily/Courtesy Novant Health)
NEW HANOVER COUNTY â Michael Jordan gave Novant Health $10 million, the company announced Monday, earmarked for the construction of two medical clinics in New Hanover County. The clinics will target uninsured and underinsured individuals in need of healthcare.
The announcement comes two weeks after the
sale of New Hanover Regional Medical Center to Novant Health was
formally executed. Company leaders are touting the move, as it signals Novant Healthâs ability to funnel resources into the county.
Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan can't let LeBron James be the GOAT of philanthropy. On Monday, Jordan announced a $10 million donation to open two new medical facilities in North Carolina. The donation was made with Novant Health. “I am very proud to once again partner with Novant Health to expand the Family Clinic model to bring better access to critical medical services in my hometown,” said Michael Jordan.