The Children's Center Introduces the 2013 AutoGlow Raffle, Featuring Airfare to Paris

-- The Children's Center's 2013 AutoGlow, Vive Detroit, will be held at Ford Field on Jan. 18, following the North American International Auto Show Charity Preview

-- AutoGlow, presented by Ford Motor Company, will feature Parisian-inspired decor, French cuisine and live entertainment, and will provide guests a unique way to support The Children's Center with the all-new AutoGlow Raffle

-- Both guests and the general public can now purchase $50 raffle tickets* for a chance to win two round-trip, First/Business Class tickets to Paris, France, courtesy of Delta Air Lines

DETROIT, Dec. 17, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- AutoGlow guests and the general public can support The Children's Center through the purchase of $50 raffle tickets* to the AutoGlow Raffle for a chance to win two round-trip, First/Business Class tickets to Paris, France, courtesy of Delta Air Lines. The 2013 event, Vive Detroit, will honor Detroit's French beginnings, and will feature Parisian-inspired decor, French cuisine and live entertainment.  AutoGlow will be held at Ford Field on Jan. 18.

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AutoGlow, presented by Ford Motor Company for the 22nd year, is the signature fundraising event for The Children's Center.  The event has netted more than $4 million, supporting programs for needy children and families in Wayne County. The AutoGlow Raffle is a fun opportunity for individuals to support The Children's Center's mission, with the chance to receive a once-in-a-lifetime reward for their generosity.

The Children's Center's president and CEO, Debora Matthews, said, "We are so grateful for AutoGlow and NAIAS Charity Preview community support. AutoGlow and NAIAS Charity Preview proceeds have made a significant difference for the children and families we serve since its inception more than 20 years ago."

The winning raffle ticket will be drawn during AutoGlow at Ford Field on Jan. 18. To purchase tickets for the AutoGlow Raffle and to view complete rules and restrictions, visit thechildrenscenter.com/autoglow  or call 313-262-1085.

*Taxes and fees of up to $200 per ticket are the responsibility of the winner and must be paid at the time the ticket is booked. Taxes and fees subject to change.

About The Children's Center

The Children's Center is one of the largest, most diverse and comprehensive frontline child-serving agencies in Michigan, addressing the needs and problems of some of the most troubled children in the United States.  For more information, please visit The Children's Center website at www.thechildrenscenter.com.

About Ford Motor Company

Ford Motor Company, a global automotive industry leader based in Dearborn, Mich., manufactures or distributes automobiles across six continents. With about 172,000 employees and 65 plants worldwide, the company's automotive brands include Ford and Lincoln. The company provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. For more information regarding Ford and its products worldwide, please visit http://corporate.ford.com.

SOURCE The Children's Center of Wayne County