Charity Benefit

Celebrating the launch of Mitch Albom’s New Book

October 14, 2018 | 7:00 PM | Detroit, MI

A night of conversation, laughter and music to help children in Haiti and Detroit, through the celebration of Mitch Albom’s new novel, The Next Person You Meet In Heaven.
100% of the profits from the evening will go to medical costs for orphans in Haiti through Have Faith Haiti Mission and reading programs for children in Detroit through SAY Detroit Play Center at Lipke Park.

Every ticket includes a signed copy of

The Long-Awaited Sequel

In stores October 9

In this enchanting sequel to the number one bestseller The Five People You Meet in Heaven, Mitch Albom tells the story of Eddie’s heavenly reunion with Annie—the little girl he saved on earth—in an unforgettable novel of how our lives and losses intersect.

Our Most Important Influences

Beloved sports and media favorites will join Mitch on stage to discuss their childhood influences who helped them become who they are today. Children from Haiti will read small sections from the book, and surprise musical performers will give the night a special beat.

 $50 – $150 (VIP)

Ticketmaster Box Office: 800-745-3000

Featuring

Mitch Albom
Mitch Albom

Host

 
Anderson Cooper
Anderson Cooper

CNN

 
Jane Pauley
Jane Pauley

CBS Sunday Morning

 
Bob Costas
Bob Costas

NBC

 
KEM
KEM

Special musical performance

 
Jim Harbaugh
Jim Harbaugh

Head Coach Michigan Football (via video)

 
Joe Dumars
Joe Dumars

Hall of Fame Detroit Piston

 
Tim Robinson & Sam Richardson
Tim Robinson & Sam Richardson

Comedy Central's "The Detroiters"

Sophia Bush
Sophia Bush

"Surveillance" ,"Chicago P.D.", "One Tree Hill"

 
VIP Ticket Holders
Enjoy a special reception before the main event

5:30PM

Sponsorship Opportunities
Purchase a 12-seat* Box
Includes 4 passes to VIP reception

$5000

*Exceptions include Box 16 (7 seats), Box 15 (11 seats), Box 2 (8 seats)

Become a Sponsor

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Detroit Opera House

1526 Broadway St
Detroit, MI 48226