Airbnb.org offering FREE, temporary housing for Houston residents displaced by Hurricane Beryl

However, if there’s one thing we can always count on in Houston, it’s our resiliency and the kindness of others. That’s why Airbnb.org announced it would be providing free, temporary housing to displaced residents because of Beryl.

Thanks to a partnership with Houston-based nonprofits Alexander JFS and Tejano Center for Community Concerns, displaced residents will assist in identifying residents in need and connect them with various places to stay.

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Those stays in turn will be, according to its press release, “completely free for guests and are funded by Airbnb.org and the generosity of Airbnb hosts — many of whom offer their home for free or at a discount through Airbnb.org.”

“Tejano Center for Community Concerns recognizes that our ability to provide impactful service, support, and disaster recovery efforts is enhanced through collaboration, making this partnership with Airbnb.org essential,” Dr. Adriana Tamez, President and CEO, Tejano Center for Community Concerns added. “Together, we are alleviating the stress of finding temporary housing for displaced families, ensuring their safety and stability during a challenging time. Our mantra, ‘Making it happen together,’ truly embodies the spirit of this collaboration. We deeply appreciate Airbnb.org’s dedication to this cause and extend our gratitude to Council Member Joaquin Martinez for facilitating this connection. We commend Airbnb.org and their hosts for their generosity and swift response.”

Currently, Airbnb.org noted it would not be offering direct housing to individuals. The assistance will be coordinated by Alexander JFS and Tejano Center for Community Concerns.

“This effort brought relief to some of our most vulnerable,” Abbie Kamin, Houston City Council Member District C said in a statement. “Airbnb.org’s eagerness to help, collaborate, and support local nonprofits like Alexander JFS and Tejano Center for Community Concerns demonstrate the power of working together to ensure our residents have a safe place to stay during this challenging time. I am grateful I could connect Airbnb.org with JFS, and see this beautiful partnership come to fruition.”

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Houston residents who would like to offer free, or discounted stays to displaced residents can do so by visiting Airbnb.org where all service fees can be waived for hosts and guests. People can also support Beryl victims by donating to Airbnb.org 100 percent of donations will go toward covering the cost of temporary stays for this response and other crises.

Learn more on this offer from Airbnb.org by clicking here.

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