NBA icon and Hall of Famer Michael Jordan has made another historic philanthropic move, donating $10 million to Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington, North Carolina. The significant contribution will fund expanded neuroscience services and officially rename the facility the Novant Health Deloris Jordan Neuroscience Institute a heartfelt tribute to Jordan’s mother, Deloris Jordan.

This latest donation marks a major milestone in Jordan’s long-standing partnership with Novant Health. With this contribution, Jordan has now given a remarkable $27 million to the Novant Health Foundation, reinforcing his status as one of the most impactful athlete-philanthropists of his generation.

The donation comes after years of Jordan working closely with Novant Health to improve medical access for underserved communities. His support previously led to the creation of four Novant Health Michael Jordan Family Medical Clinics across the Wilmington and Charlotte regions. These clinics provide primary care, mental health services, and social support to thousands of residents who would otherwise face barriers to quality healthcare.

According to Novant Health, the newly named neuroscience institute will focus on advanced treatments and research for neurological conditions including stroke, dementia, epilepsy, and neurodegenerative diseases. Jordan’s contribution will accelerate the hospital’s ability to offer cutting-edge care to patients throughout North Carolina.

For Jordan, the renaming of the institute carries deep personal meaning. Honoring his mother, Deloris Jordan an advocate for education, community welfare, and youth empowerment reflects the values that continue to shape his philanthropic footprint.

With this $10 million donation, Michael Jordan has once again leveraged his global influence to uplift his hometown and expand life-changing healthcare for future generations.