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Michael Jordan

Obama Presidential Center Honoree

Headshot of Michael Jordan

Space Name: Michael Jordan Exhibition Gallery, Toward A More Perfect Union | Museum | Level 2

An iconic athlete universally regarded as one of the greatest of all time, Michael Jordan led the Chicago Bulls to six NBA championships and set new standards for work ethic and performance on the court. Jordan became a global brand and influential businessman who reshaped Chicago’s identity, energizing generations of fans during a defining era in the city’s history. Jordan demonstrated how discipline, leadership, and tenacity bolster success.

Legacy on Campus

  • Toward A More Perfect Union

    Delve into iconic historical moments that helped shape the lives and values of President and Mrs. Obama, including the advocacy of legend Michael Jordan. 

  • Home Court

    Home Court, designed to strengthen the entire community and motivate people of all ages, offers programs inspired by President Obama's belief in the power of sports, mentorship, and connection. 

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Your honorary gift will help us inspire, empower, and connect leaders from around the world to take on the biggest challenges of our time.

The Barack Obama Foundation is registered as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN 46-4950751).

John Lewis

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Through the honoree naming initiative at the Obama Presidential Center, we are partnering with our donors to celebrate a part of the history in which the Obama story is so deeply rooted by associating a named space with a hero, moment, or person "on whose shoulders we stand"—an honoree who made the Obamas’ story possible.

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