Leigh MacDonald

Hometown: Born in Greensboro, NC but spent a great deal of time in Raleigh, NC as well.

I am working to promote a healthier Spartanburg because: Healthy living makes a healthy mind! A healthy community fosters ingenuity and progress for future generations to thrive.

My favorite form of physical activity: Jogging, Hiking, Swimming, and Dancing!

I love Spartanburg because: The Spartanburg Community has been with me through some major life changes, getting married, adopting two puppies, and welcoming my baby boy. I am incredibly grateful for all the support I have received that has helped encourage my continued growth in my career while growing my family. I am excited to be a part of the exciting trail work that PAL has undertaken and be a champion for the community that has given me so much.

Other community interests or involvement: Former Spartanburg County employee and continued supporter of local government and nonprofit partnerships. Dog Mom & Toddler Mom – the Spartanburg Humane Society, Spartanburg County Libraries, and Spartanburg Science Center are wonderful organizations!

And something random: I once stayed in the Amazon Rain Forest in Peru for a week for Study Abroad in college, where I saw the second largest green anaconda ever seen in the Peruvian amazon up close and personal.