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NBA Legend, Michael Jordan To Donate $100 million To Groups Fighting For Social Justice And Racial Equality

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Basketball Legend, Michael Jordan reveals he is making a $100 million donation to groups fighting for racial equality and social justice in the United States.

The NBA star said his Jordan Brand would distribute the money over 10 years to different organisations in a bid to stamp out “ingrained racism.”

The pledge is believed to be the largest financial contribution to non-profit groups ever made by a figure from the sports world.

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A joint statement from Jordan and his Jordan Brand said:

“It’s 2020 and our family now includes anyone who aspires to our way of life

“Yet as much as things have changed the worst remains the same.

In addition, the statement added:

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“Black lives matter. This isn’t a controversial statement. Until the ingrained racism that allows our country’s institutions to fail is completely eradicated, we will remain committed to protecting and improving the lives of Black people.” Follow us on Instagram @sofovilla | Follow us on Twitter @sofovilla | Like our page on Facebook via @sofovillamedia

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