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Airbnb Is Launching a New Tool To Help Displaced People Find Housing

In 2017, Airbnb launched an Open Homes initiative encouraging hosts to open up their homes to displaced people — including immigrants, refugees, and those escaping climate disasters. However, not everybody can afford to open up their homes for free. Now, Airbnb has introduced a tool to help people who are in need of temporary housing. “Introducing Donations, a new feature where hosts can donate a percentage of their earnings to nonprofits that connect people with free housing during times of need,” Airbnb tweeted. Nonprofits will receive 100 percent of the donations gathered through the new initiative. Airbnb has partnered with organizations like the International Rescue Committee, All Hands and Hearts, Make A Wish Foundation, and more. All donors have to do is select a percentage of their earnings that they want to give. Donors get regular updates letting them know how their contributions have helped people. Introducing Donations, a new feature where hosts can donate a percentage...

Vanessa Taylor

May 2, 2019