Volunteers have been essential to the recovery efforts following hurricanes in Louisiana, with over 56,000 volunteers contributing more than 2.4 million hours worth an estimated $46 million. The annual report highlights various rebuilding projects completed with volunteer help, including the first total new home build and a project in memory of victims of the Virginia Tech shooting. It notes several areas still needing volunteer assistance with recovery, and expresses gratitude for the role volunteers have played in restoring hope.