The company announced it will use $5 million to give shelter to people whose homes were lost or severely damaged, as well as first responders.
- Airbnb is offering free and discounted temporary housing to the victims of Hurricane Ian in Florida.
The company announced in a news release Sunday that it will use $5 million to give shelter to people whose homes were lost or severely damaged and to first responders helping in the recovery process. The company is working with local non-profits to find places for people to stay, including Global Empowerment Mission, CORE Response, Operation Blessing and Inspiritus.The company also announced it donated $250,000 to Florida Disaster Fund.Copyright 2022 CNN Newsource. All rights reserved.
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