Birthday Bash

Michael Jordan's $16m 60th birthday surprise

It is the largest donation ever received from an individual in the organisation's' 43-year history.

Jordan's hope is that his decision to celebrate his birthday on Saturday (NZT) by donating to Make-A-Wish will inspire others to help fulfil the wishes of the kids still waiting for their wishes to come true.

“For the past 34 years, it's been an honour to partner with Make-A-Wish and help bring a smile and happiness to so many kids,'' Jordan said in a news release.