Airbnb commits $500 million over five years for 1 million free emergency housing nights
Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky announced a $500 million, five-year commitment to expand the company's nonprofit housing effort, aiming to provide one million free nights annually to people facing crises such as displacement or disaster. The initiative builds on Airbnb's existing Open Homes program, which connects hosts willing to offer free short-term stays with people in urgent need.