Why is Airbnb.org not reviewed by the big charity watchdogs?

[Rachel2130]

Does anyone know why I can't find airbnb in the various charity watchdog sites? I'd like to donate to help people from Ukraine, but I want to be careful who I donate to. Airbnb.org seems like a good idea, but they're just not showing up as a legitimate charity.

[Mike-And-Jane0 · Accepted solution]

@Rachel2130 Airbnb state the following

Airbnb.org is an approved, tax-exempt public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code. Contributions to organizations with 501(c)(3) status may be tax deductible.

Of course I have no idea if this is true but presume Airbnb wouldn't print a barefaced lie.