INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (WOWO): A Fort Wayne health education group has received a grant from Indiana First Lady Karen Pence.

Pence hosted the Indiana First Lady’s Charitable Foundation’s seventh award reception Tuesday night, giving out more than $52,000 to 57 organizations and charities across the state that serve families and children. McMillen Health received $1,000.

“When Mike was elected Governor, I was overwhelmed with requests from so many worthy organizations to get involved in their efforts. However, it quickly became clear that I couldn’t be at every event, nor could I champion every cause. That is why I, along with a team of dedicated board members, started the Indiana First Lady’s Charitable Foundation as a way to shine a light on the organizations across Indiana who lift up our communities and make our state strong,” Pence stated. “McMillen Health is one of those organizations that is doing great work for our Hoosier children and families, and it is an honor to recognize them today.”

Pence started the Indiana First Lady’s Charitable Foundation in August 2013 as a way to recognize organizations and charities across the state.