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Airbnb hosts inaugural gala to fund nonprofit housing sector

Airbnb held its first-ever fundraising gala at Milk Studios in Los Angeles last night to celebrate a new funding model for its nonprofit division.

All the Looks From the Inaugural Airbnb.Org Gala
File photo All the Looks From the Inaugural Airbnb.Org Gala Photo: Harper's Bazaar

Event attendees and host details

The event welcomed guests including Zoe Saldaña, Serena Williams, Matthew McConaughey, Charli XCX, and Cynthia Erivo. Jimmy Kimmel hosted the evening while Charli XCX performed on stage. Several celebrities wore designer outfits from brands like Louis Vuitton and Givenchy.

Airbnb.org mission and funding goals

Founded in 2020, Airbnb.org provides free temporary housing for people impacted by natural disasters or domestic violence. The company now donates a portion of revenue from every stay to this charity arm. Airbnb aims to raise $500 million over the next five years to provide one million nights of free housing annually.

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