lowernine.org is a terrific nonprofit home rebuilding organization working to revitalize the once-thriving historic Holy Cross neighborhood of New Orleans's historic Lower Ninth Ward. Since 2007, the organization has been helping local residents rebuild their homes damaged by Hurricane Katrina, while offering construction training for locals and volunteers from across the United States. It is such a thrill to see people return to their homes in what was one of the most wonderful cities in America.