The 2011 North American International Auto Show Charity Preview exceeded its 10-thousand ticket goal raising more than $2-million dollars for local children’s charities.

The charity preview black tie gala continues to be one of the top single-night fundraising events in the nation.

Since its inception in 1976, Charity Preview has raised nearly $82 million for children’s charities in metro Detroit. Medical treatment, clothing and support services for local kids in need all are made possible through the purchase of Charity Preview tickets.