NEW ORLEANS — For a group volunteers in Hollygrove, rebuilding five Katrina-damaged homes is something they made a point of doing while in New Orleans.

This year, Rebuilding Together New Orleans is partnering with Nonprofits Count and the U.S. Census Bureau to inform New Orleans residents of the importance of completing their 2010 Census data.

The Saints aren’t the only ones who are lifting the spirits of New Orleanians this year. Among the throngs of fans in the Who Dat Nation, over one thousand Americorps are currently committing a year of service to the betterment of the Crescent City. This is one of their stories.

I had never seen a neighborhood map of New Orleans until my first day of work at Rebuilding Together New Orleans. This would be an otherwise unsurprising revelation for many, save for the fact that I am a New Orleans native.

A recent news spot on our homeowner of the month for November. Welcome home!

For many, the New Year is an opportunity for a new beginning; a chance to start fresh. It is also, however, an opportunity to pass on traditions and to reflect upon the past: a collaborative celebration of continuing with the old while looking forward to the new.

As the New Year commences, many people find themselves making resolutions to become healthier, spend more time with family and friends, or to give back to their community. When you volunteer with Rebuilding Together New Orleans it is possible to accomplish all three at the same time!

2010 is already shaping up to be a busy, but impact filled year for Rebuilding Together New Orleans. We plan to repair more homes than any other year after the storm.

This holiday season, instead of fighting the crowds and lines at the mall, why not save yourself the hassle and donate to Rebuilding Together New Orleans!