A Young Couple Lives Their Values Through a Legacy Gift

Allison Gerrety and her husband, Spencer Burke, have chosen to leave a lasting impact on the arts by making a legacy gift to the Playhouse. Their shared passion for the arts, coupled with a forward-thinking mindset, has guided them towards this meaningful contribution.

Contrary to the common perception that legacy gifts are complex and time-consuming, Allison explains that it was a straightforward process for them. When she enrolled in her 401(k) plan at work, she simply selected the option to allocate a percentage of her funds to the Playhouse. "With just one click online, the gift was made, and I didn't even need to engage in a phone conversation," Allison shares. Although the initial amount may seem modest, she firmly believes that over the years, as the numbers grow, their impact will grow alongside it. "Leaving a legacy in the arts couldn't be more rewarding," she adds.

There is an additional motive behind Allison and Spencer's decision to consider their legacy at such an early stage in life. They recently welcomed their first child into the world, which sparked their desire to secure the future of the Playhouse for the potential involvement of their son, Sylas. "We hope that one day, if he chooses, Sylas can be a part of the Playhouse," Allison envisions. The couple even dares to dream of seeing Sylas, whose middle name coincidentally happens to be Timothy, grace the stage as Tiny Tim. "We are confident that the Playhouse will continue to serve as a cornerstone in the arts community for generations to come."

"Allowing the responsibility of parenthood to shape our values and aspirations for the future has been enlightening," Allison reflects. "We aspire to be a family that deeply appreciates and cherishes the arts. By making a legacy gift to the Playhouse, we are actively living out these values."