OYO to offer Free Accommodation to Ukraine Refugees

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OYO to offer Free Accommodation to Ukraine Refugees
22 Mar 2022
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On Tuesday, Hospitality Technology platform OYO announced that the company will provide free accommodation to Ukrainian Refugees. The company has already appealed to its 600-plus Belvilla homeowners on its platform in Poland to open their holiday homes to refugees. OYO in its official statement said: ''These stays will be free for refugees who cannot pay for them, and the costs will be borne by the company and its homeowners, who volunteer to host refugees. The company will support administratively, and help cover operational expenses incurred by the homeowners.'' Chief Executive Officer and founder of the platform, Bhavish Agarwal informed that the company is also in contact with many local organizations, to make sure refugees get matched with available accommodation in the region. He further said: ''We are deeply inspired by our homeowners who are opening their homes and hearts to people in dire need. We are committed to supporting them and driving this effort in every way we can. We will continue to explore every avenue to ensure all possible support for refugees in European countries''. The company also informed that it has started a fundraiser campaign. The collected funds will be given to homeowners providing accommodation to Ukrainian refugees and to Non Profit organizations who are helping them.

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