Airbnb’s nonprofit held its inaugural gala on Wednesday in Los Angeles, and the internet had one reaction — the *what* gala?
Where was my invite to the — wait, what? Airbnb had a gala?

Key takeaways
Airbnb held its first nonprofit gala in LA, focusing on fundraising for housing initiatives.
- Airbnb's nonprofit provides housing to crisis-affected families.
- The gala launched a new initiative donating 10 cents per stay for 5 years.
- The event was invite-only with no fundraising target, hosted by Jimmy Kimmel.
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- October 30, 2026 at 4:37 AM GMT+8
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