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Airbnb Extends Free Housing Through 2026
14 Jan
Summary
- Airbnb.org is extending free emergency housing until 2026.
- The platform partnered with 211 LA to provide shelter after disasters.
- Nearly 24,000 people received aid, including first responders and pets.
Airbnb.org has announced an extension of its commitment to providing free emergency housing, continuing the vital service through 2026. This initiative aims to offer stability to individuals and families experiencing the most challenging periods of their lives.
The nonprofit platform has formalized a partnership with 211 LA, a local service provider, to expedite the delivery of temporary housing to residents impacted by disasters within Los Angeles County. This collaboration builds upon a year of impactful disaster response work.
To date, the combined efforts of Airbnb.org and 211 LA have successfully provided free emergency housing for close to 24,000 people, a figure that includes over 1,000 first responders and 2,800 pets displaced by wildfires. An additional $100,000 in housing credits has been pledged to sustain these efforts.
