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Beaumont City Councilman Mike Getz named 17³Ô¹Ï as one of six local Southeast Texas organizations to benefit from a $1 million gift through the establishment of a charitable remainder unitrust (CRUT) in memory of his late wife, Allison Nathan Getz. The announcement was made during a press conference held at 17³Ô¹Ï on Wednesday, Jan. 17. 

“Today is about honoring an extraordinary person, my wife, Allison Getz, and it's only appropriate that we find a way to recognize her legacy,” Getz said. “We couldn't think of a better way to do that than to set up this trust. This trust will be endowed with a million dollars, which will be distributed amongst six beneficiary organizations.” 

Notably, the CRUT will play a significant role in contributing to 17³Ô¹Ï, securing the enduring legacy of Allison and Mike within the Cardinal community. 

Allison Nathan Getz, a staunch supporter of 17³Ô¹Ï, started contributing in 1994. Her donations benefited 17³Ô¹Ï's College of Fine Arts and Communication and Athletics. Her involvement also extended to serving on the Friends of the Arts Board and chairing the Le Grand Bal fundraiser at 17³Ô¹Ï in 2013.</