Overview
Perhaps you’ve already bought a virtual coffee to help out people in Christchurch, donated some artwork to raise money for Japan, and you still want to give... then why not offer your spare room?
Sparkrelief is a brilliantly simple idea, that meets a serious need. Basically, it’s couchsurfing for people affected by disasters, directly connecting those in need of a place to stay, with those offering one.
Recently launched, the website is focussing on finding housing for those displaced by the earthquake and tsunami in Japan, but intends to continue on a permanent basis acting as a source of information and temporary housing for those affected by disasters. With thirteen major earthquakes every year, Sparkrelief can expect to be kept busy.
[via Mashable]