Help house displaced families

We’re providing free, emergency housing for people displaced by Hurricane Melissa.
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We are providing free, emergency stays for individuals, families, and first responders. If you want to support those impacted by Hurricane Melissa and other crises, you can give in two ways: make a donation or if you’re an Airbnb host, offer a discounted stay. If you need help getting a free stay learn more.

When disaster strikes, we help people find a safe place to stay.

We’re a global community

Together with hosts and donors, we’re making an impact.
1.6m

free nights

250K

people housed

135

countries supported

Our crisis responses

Each year, millions of people are displaced globally. Here’s where we’re housing guests.

100% of donations fund emergency housing

Our model is unique. Airbnb covers operating costs, so all public donations support free stays for people in times of crisis.
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Join our community

More than 60,000 Airbnb hosts around the world support Airbnb.org.
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Donate each time you host

Give with each stay by donating a percentage of your payout.
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Offer a safe place to stay

List your space at a discounted rate for people in times of crisis.

Every stay has a story

Meet the people affected by disasters and those who helped.