The nonprofit arm of the home-rental marketplace reports "an absolute crush of applications" from those affected by the L.A. fires. Meanwhile, Uber is also stepping up its relief efforts.

Airbnb said Wednesday that it is teaming up with 211 LA on a free temporary housing initiative in response to the ongoing wildfires in the Los Angeles area.

Airbnb.com, a nonprofit founded by the home rental giant, is partnering with 211 LA to help people that have been displaced by the Los Angeles wildfires. KTLA reports on Friday, Jan. 10, 2025.

Airbnb.org has offered free, temporary housing to people displaced by several natural disasters, including Hurricanes Helene and Milton, and the war in Ukraine. Los Angeles residents in need can request temporary housing by filling out an intake form with 211 LA.

Airbnb will work with 211 LA to identify residents in need of temporary housing and connect them to accommodations offered through Airbnb.org, the company’s non-profit arm which provides free stays through funds from the company and hosts who offer up their homes during disaster situations.

As wildfires in the Los Angeles area continue to spread and force people from their homes, various shelter options have opened to offer free or discounted stays for evacuees—including Airbnb. You can now get a free or discounted stay through Airbnb and hotels around California.

If you've been displaced by the Los Angeles fires, you may be eligible for free housing through Airbnb. Airbnb.org—an independent nonprofit organization founded by Airbnb in 2020 to offer temporary housing for those affected by humanitarian crises—announced a partnership with local nonprofit 211 LA on Wednesday to provide shelter for those affected by the wildfires.

Dozens of hospitality and tourism businesses are offering their support to residents and travellers forced to flee from fire-impacted areas. View on euronews