""My mother taught me the importance of compassion and community, and I can't think of a better way to honor her than by helping to ensure those in need can obtain the most advanced neurological care available," Jordan said about his donation. The money helps support his mother's work on health and wellness, specifically with making specialists, technology and care more accessible specifically for patients dealing with stroke, spine treatment, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and other health issues."
"Deloris Jordan, founder and president of the James R. Jordan Foundation and its international foundation of the same name, has overseen programs in the U.S. and Africa. She said it's humbling to be a part of bringing high-quality care to more people in North Carolina. A dedication ceremony will be held early in 2026 at the Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center."
Michael Jordan donated $10 million to Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington to honor his mother, Deloris Jordan. The donation will name the medical center's neuroscience institute after Deloris Jordan and expand access to advanced neurological care. Funding supports specialists, technology and care for patients facing stroke, spine treatment, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and other neurological conditions. Deloris Jordan leads the James R. Jordan Foundation and its international counterpart and has overseen programs in the U.S. and Africa. She described the effort as humbling. A dedication ceremony is scheduled for early 2026 at the medical center.
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