Volunteers with the Grundy County Memorial Hospital were among Iowans recognized by Lt. Governor Kim Reynolds, center, at the 33rd Iowa Governor’s Volunteer Awards in Cedar Falls. From left, Pat Hauser, Phyllis Modlin, Jan Ehrig, Reynolds, Joyce Middleton, and Carol Simms. The five Grundy County women have each volunteered more than five years and 1,200 hours with the hospital and hospital Foundation programs.

Cedar Falls – The 33rd Annual Iowa Governor’s Volunteer Awards recognized hundreds of Iowans, including five volunteers who were nominated for their volunteer service by the Grundy County Memorial Hospital. Governor Terry E. Branstad and Lt. Governor Kim Reynolds were on hand for the special recognition ceremony June 28 at the Gallagher Bluedorn Center in Cedar Falls. Jan Ehrig of Reinbeck, and Pat Hauser, Joyce Middleton, Phyllis Modlin, and Carol Simms of Grundy Center were honored with individual awards for their length of service as volunteers at Grundy County Memorial Hospital.

“I am pleased to honor those who have given the precious gift of their time to meet essential needs across Iowa,” stated Governor Terry E. Branstad. “The commitment of these volunteers-and all volunteers-helps Iowa consistently remain in the top 10 states in the nation for its volunteerism rate.”

“Volunteering not only has a positive impact on the individuals receiving the service, but serving others transforms the volunteer themselves,” said Lt. Governor Kim Reynolds. “The dedication of the people selected for these awards often encourages others to become involved in service, and I am delighted to recognize them for their amazing contributions.”