Metropolitan Ensemble Theatre
LEGACY GIVING
Leave a legacy of great theatre in Kansas City.
For more than two decades, Metropolitan Ensemble Theatre has brought masterworks and contemporary classics to audiences. We expanded and now reside at the historic Warwick Theatre. A legacy gift ensures future generations can discover the same joy—on our stage and across the community—no matter what challenges arise.
What is legacy (planned) giving?
Legacy giving is a flexible way to support MET through your will, trust, retirement plan, or other assets—often with meaningful tax advantages—while preserving your financial security today. Many gifts cost nothing now and can be changed at any time.
Your impact
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Sustain bold productions, education, and access initiatives.
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Protect and enhance the Warwick Theatre as a cultural home.
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Create a steady foundation through our endowment for the next century.
Join the Legacy Circle
If you wish to include MET in your plans, you're invited into our Legacy Circle - our way of thanking you today for your future gift with special recognition and invitations.
If you wish to include MET in your plans, you’re invited into our Legacy Circle—our way of thanking you today for your future gift with special recognition and invitations.
We’re here to help
Talk with us (confidentially, no obligation) and with your professional advisor to choose the option that fits your goals. Call 816-569-3226. Or email us. Or complete this form.
Call us at 816-569-3226
for more information.
WAYS TO GIVE
Bequests (Will or Living Trust)
Name MET for a specific amount, a percentage of your estate, or the remainder after other gifts. Bequests are simple, revocable, and may reduce estate taxes. Include clear legal name and address in your documents.
Beneficiary Designations (IRA, 401(k), Life Insurance, DAF)
You can designate MET as a beneficiary of retirement accounts, life insurance, or your donor-advised fund via a form from your plan/provider—no attorney required. You can allocate a percentage, amount, or remainder.
IRA Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs)
If you’re 70½ or older, you may direct up to the allowable IRS limit each year from a traditional IRA to MET, potentially satisfying part/all of your required minimum distribution while reducing taxable income. (Research current IRS limits and a link to our administrator)
Gifts of Stock & Securities
Avoid potential capital gains and claim a charitable deduction for the fair market value by transferring appreciated securities directly to MET. Provide DTC, brokerage info, and a short stock transfer instruction sheet.
Life-Income Gifts (Charitable Gift Annuities & Trusts)
Life-income gifts provide you (and/or a loved one) fixed or variable payments for life or a term of years, with the remainder supporting MET. Include overview, typical minimums, and an inquiry form; note that MET partners with trusted administrators.
Real Estate & Other Assets
In some cases, gifts of real estate, closely held stock, or other property may be accepted subject to MET’s gift acceptance policy and due diligence. Invite a confidential conversation with staff first.
Endowment Gifts
Direct gifts to MET’s endowment create perpetual support. Explain spending policy (e.g., board-approved distribution rate) and options to establish named funds at certain thresholds; list example purposes (access, education, artist support).