Short Term Rental Secrets Podcast Ep 211 - Giving Back Through Short Term Rentals with Debbie Todd
Mike and E sit down with guest Debbie Todd about how she has incorporated giving back into her short term rental business. Debbie shares her journey from acquiring rental properties for personal use to creating a charitable initiative where 5% of booking revenue is donated to charities chosen by her guests. She elaborates on the growth of this mission into a broader community effort, including initiatives like donating goods and participating in local community service. With the goal of inspiring other rental hosts to also engage in charitable activities, Debbie emphasizes the impact of communication and fostering a community among hosts and guests. The episode highlights the value of finding purpose and fulfillment beyond financial success, encouraging listeners to consider the broader impact of their business activities.
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:26 Weather and Gratitude
01:32 Introducing Debbie Todd
02:58 Debbie's Journey into STRs
04:25 The Give Back Initiative
09:46 Expanding the Impact
19:42 Future Vision and Community Involvement
26:00 Final Thoughts and Success Tips
Debbie Todd's Bio
Debbie Todd is a mother of three, physical therapist, and co-founder of The Woodlands at Hocking Hills in Logan, Ohio with her husband Jeff. Together, they remotely manage two multigenerational vacation rentals from Columbus, Ohio. Passionate about giving back, they support 12 charities, sponsor a child through Compassion International, and offer free stays to those in need, all through their vacation rental platform. Since 2021, they’ve contributed nearly $53,000 and volunteered extensively to impact their community. Debbie recently partnered with the Hocking Hills Tourism Association to launch Hocking Hills Gives Back.
Debbie's work goes beyond just hosting and hospitality; she actively involves her children, guests, and the community in efforts to make a greater impact, fostering unique and purposeful connections. Her inspiring story has been featured on podcasts, radio shows, and in various publications, including her chapter in Hospitable Host, Volume 3.
After years of pursuing her vision and seeking to expand her reach, Debbie partnered with Hospitable Hosts to launch the Hospitable Hosts Impact Community. This initiative provides hosts around the world various opportunities to give back through real estate, strengthening the global impact of the short-term rental community.
Connect with Debbie
https://www.instagram.com/hospitablehosts
https://www.instagram.com/debbie.monti.kay
https://www.hospitablehosts.com/give-back
Connect with the Hosts
Michael Sjogren: Short Term Rental Secrets Facebook Group | Clubhouse | Instagram | Youtube | Facebook Page | Linkedin
Emanuele Pani: Clubhouse | Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin
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