Marriott International has announced a series of initiatives over the next 60 days, across its associates and hotels in Australia, to gather donations and offer accommodation for volunteers during the bushfire crisis.
“Our thoughts are with all those that have been impacted during this unprecedented bushfire season, from the communities affected to the brave volunteers who have worked tirelessly to protect them,” said Sean Hunt, Area Vice President, Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific. “It has been a difficult and emotional time, and Marriott International, its associates and hotels are here to support.”
- All Marriott International hotels in Australia will be donating room nights for volunteers from fire services and departments in all six states and two territories*
- Each hotel will be providing options for guests to donate cash or Marriott Bonvoy points (that will be transferred to cash) upon check out. Donations will go to the Australian Red Cross Disaster Relief and Recovery fund
- Providing options for associates to donate to the Australian Red Cross Disaster Relief and Recovery fund
- Fundraising events at individual hotels, with more details to come. Please check the hotels’ Facebook and Instagram pages for information
