The Governor’s Volunteer Awards, now in its 39th year, provides an easy way for Iowa nonprofits, charitable organizations, and government entities to honor their volunteers with a prestigious, state-level award. The Washington County Retired and Senior Volunteer Program, also known as RSVP, Pen Pals Team, has won a volunteer award. The group has members 55 and up who are interested in meaningful volunteer opportunities, including the medical transportation program, reading buddies program, pen pal program, and special projects. This year, more than 600 awards are being presented by Governor Kim Reynolds and Lt. Governor Adam Gregg during five regional ceremonies across Iowa. It is estimated that more than 150 communities in Iowa were served by this year’s honorees.