Airbnb pledges $500M for its nonprofit to offer more free emergency stays

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Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky arrives at the Airbnb Gala on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026, at Milk Studios in Los Angeles. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)

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By JAMES POLLARD

Updated 11:44 AM EDT, October 29, 2026

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NEW YORK (AP) — Airbnb plans to dedicate $500 million to its philanthropic arm over the next five years to increase temporary housing support for medical travelers and disaster survivors.

The short-term rental platform will fund the expansion by donating 10 cents from every booking and make up any shortfall, according to Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky.…