Airbnb Supports 8 Indian Nonprofits Through the 2026 Airbnb Community Fund

Airbnb announced the latest recipients of Airbnb Community Fund grants, including eight nonprofit organizations across India that are driving meaningful change across communities.

Global Context
- The Airbnb Community Fund is a US$100 million program (2020–2030) supporting nonprofits worldwide.
- In its fifth year (2026), nearly US$10 million was donated to 130+ organizations across 25 countries.
- Hosts play a key role in nominating and selecting focus areas, which this year include economic empowerment, sustainable tourism, environmental sustainability, and ending abuse/exploitation.

India Recipients (2026)
Eight nonprofits in India received grants:
- Goonj – community-led development and dignity-focused livelihood programs.
- Forum for Integrated Development and Research (Goa) – rural empowerment, youth entrepreneurship, and sustainable tourism.
- Access Development Services – female entrepreneurship, homestays, craft enterprises.
- Keystone Foundation – eco-tourism and craft-based micro-enterprises with Indigenous communities.
- Stree Mukti Sanghatana – gender justice for female waste pickers, education, mental health, and anti-violence support.
- Aasman Foundation – education and skill pathways for underserved students.
- Protsahan India Foundation – trauma-informed care and education for adolescent girls impacted by violence.
- Navgurukul Foundation for Social Welfare – affordable, high-quality education for at-risk youth.

Impact
- Strengthens grassroots resilience and sustainable opportunity.
- Focuses on women’s empowerment, education, and community-based tourism.
- Reinforces Airbnb’s positioning as a platform deeply connected to local communities.