Airbnb announced Monday that it will provide “free, short-term housing” to up to 100,000 Ukrainian refugees as Russia‘s invasion of the country persists.
The stays will be paid for by Airbnb, Inc., the Airbnb.org Refugee Fund, and “the generosity of Hosts through Airbnb.org.”
if you’re interested in hosting a refugee or donating, go here: https://t.co/Ts3GNEfYFS https://t.co/4QAbWUtzVj
— Airbnb (@Airbnb) February 28, 2022
“We know that Hosts and guests on Airbnb around the world will be eager to stand up and assist this massive effort to help those fleeing Ukraine,” the company said in a statement. “In the coming days, Airbnb and Airbnb.org will share additional details on how Hosts and the broader community can support this initiative, including by offering free or discounted stays.”
ZELENSKY ASKS EU TO PUT UKRAINE MEMBERSHIP ON FAST TRACK
refugees fleeing ukraine who are in need of immediate support can get connected to available resources from @Refugees: https://t.co/MVXuEdSGmk
— Airbnb (@Airbnb) February 28, 2022
According to the company, a number of its top executives sent a letter to the leaders of several European countries extending the offer to support them in resettling refugees within their borders. Depending on the needs of various countries, Airbnb added that longer-term stays are available when needed.
The Ukrainian military reported Monday that there are “dozens of dead and hundreds of wounded Ukrainian citizens” as a result of Russia’s invasion.
«Російські окупанти масовано обстріляли житлові квартали Харкова. Десятки загиблих і сотні поранених українських громадян».https://t.co/OKPx2fesiT
— Генеральний штаб ЗСУ (@GeneralStaffUA) February 28, 2022
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This comes as some Ukrainians escape to bordering countries, while others gather in bomb shelters for protection.
