Empower Dreams by Supporting the David Zacharias Fund

The David Zacharias Fund stands as a lasting tribute to David Zacharias, a cherished former Playhouse Board President, an ardent advocate for the performing arts, and an active and valued member of the Merced community. Established by David and Holly Zacharias to honor their enduring love for the arts and our community's youth, the David Zacharias Fund aims to ensure that financial barriers never stand in the way of anyone's desire to explore and grow through theater arts. Through generous donations and community support, the scholarship fund has opened doors to children and adults to participate in a wide array of Playhouse Merced's theatre arts education programs, upholding David's legacy of inclusivity and those having a passion for the arts.

Supporting the David Zacharias Fund will enable us to continue the Zacharias family vision, offering transformative opportunities in the arts to all, regardless of circumstance. To date, the Playhouse has awarded scholarships to over 1,324 performing arts students. Some students have continued their performing arts education, performing on stages throughout the country.

Help us keep the stage lights shining bright for every aspiring artist in our community by donating to the David Zacharias Fund.