How is Think Detroit PAL funded?
Think Detroit PAL operates on an annual budget of approximately $2.5 million that comes from a variety of sources. Roughly 30% of our revenue comes from local and Michigan foundations. Another 30% comes from special events, most notably the North American International Auto Show Charity Preview and the Paul W. Smith Charity Golf Classic. Approximately 15% comes from corporate sponsorships and about 15% comes from private individuals. The remaining 10% comes from miscellaneous sources such as program fees and investment income.