(La Porte County, IN) - A local woman has received a high state honor for her years of leadership and work for the Unity Foundation of La Porte County.  Maggie Spartz was presented with the "Circle of Corydon Award" on Wednesday night for her contributions to the state.

 

Spartz, the founding president of the Unity Foundation since 1992, is retiring.

 

Jon Gilmore, Chairman of the Unity Foundation Board of Directors, said the foundation started with no money and Spartz as its only employee.

 

“Today, Unity has nearly $60 million in assets, and through Maggi’s vision and dedication, Unity has transformed itself into a power for good for all the citizens of La Porte County,” he said.

 

 

Spartz was presented with the award by State Representative Jim Pressel of Rolling Prairie during an event attended by over 200 community members.

 

The "Circle of Corydon" is the only award jointly issued and signed by both the Executive and Legislative branches of state government.

 

“For 33 years, you’ve been my crew and have shown me what is possible when people care deeply about their community. You have taught me, challenged me, and inspired me. I trust you now more than ever to carry this legacy forward,” Spartz told the crowd at the end of the ceremony.