Airbnb.org and 211 LA announce disaster response partnership

Airbnb Newsroom
Published: January 13, 2026
Hosting Operations
Los Angeles, CA

Summary

Airbnb.org and 211 LA have partnered to provide emergency housing in Los Angeles County, offering free accommodations to those displaced by disasters. Hosts in the area might consider offering their properties for emergency housing, providing a vital service and potentially gaining positive exposure.

Key Insights

  • •During the Los Angeles wildfires, one in three Airbnb.org bookings hosted a family of four or more people, and 25 percent included a pet.
  • •Airbnb.org is committing $100,000 in housing credits to enable 211 LA to provide free, emergency housing throughout 2026.

Action Items

  • ✓
    Hosts in Los Angeles County could explore the possibility of partnering with Airbnb.org or 211 LA to offer their properties for emergency housing during disasters.
    Effort: low
    Impact: medium

Tools & Resources

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    Airbnb: Airbnb.org leverages the Airbnb platform.(airbnb.org)

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