NBA legend Michael Jordan has jumped into the Bahamas relief effort by announcing he will give $1 million to help the islands impacted by Hurricane Dorian
"I am devastated to see the destruction that Hurricane Dorian has brought to the Bahamas, where I own property and visit frequently," Jordan said in a statement from his manager, Estee Portnoy, on Twitter."My heart goes out to everyone who is suffering and to those who have lost loved ones."Statement From Michael Jordan pic.twitter.com/JIcPGE8y2C
— Estee Portnoy September 10, 2019 Jordan said he plans to research non-profits working on recovery and relief efforts and give his funds where the money"will have the most impact." "The Bahamian people are strong and resilient, and I hope that my donation will be of help as they work to recover from this catastrophic storm." Jordan also gave a $2 million donation to support North Carolina after Hurricane Florence last year.
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