The field heads into turn one during the second race of the IndyCar Detroit Grand Prix auto racing doubleheader Sunday, May 31, 2015, in Detroit. (Photo/Paul Sancya) (The Associated Press)
DETROIT – An event to support the Belle Isle Conservancy in conjunction with this weekend's Detroit Belle Isle Grand Prix raised nearly $1.2 million.
The 2015 PwC Grand Prixmiere took place Friday night at the island park. The sold-out fundraiser was presented by Chevrolet and more than 500 guests traveled on the race course to a trackside celebration.
Organizers announced Tuesday that more than $600,000 was raised through a live auction. The General Motors Foundation also donated $50,000.
The nonprofit Belle Isle Conservancy is dedicated to preserving and improving Belle Isle. The state assumed management of the park from Detroit last year.
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http://www.belleisleconservancy.org
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