Become a Founding Member

Attract responsible guests, stronger reviews, and community goodwill.

Get recognized for setting a new standard for community-centered stays.

As communities demand more responsibility, hosts seek differentiation, and travelers pursue more meaningful stays, a new model of community-centered hosting is emerging. Certified Vacation Homes for Good™ pledge to operate with care, hospitality, and ethics, and are verified to contribute 1% of their rental proceeds to their communities.

Founding Member Properties: The first 100 founding properties will be acknowledged as Founding Members in recognition of their role in helping establish the inaugural certification year and will benefit from all Vacation Homes for Good™ marketing and media exposure.

Your membership includes:

  • Founding Member certification at an introductory rate for 1 or more properties

  • Founding member certificate (digital - printable) and registration number

  • Founding member digital badges for your property listings and website

  • Founding member listing in the Vacation Homes For Good™ Directory

  • Social Media Recognition Kit including graphics and post templates

  • Eligibility for editorial feature on Vacation Homes For Good™ storytelling media site

  • Eligibility for early media visibility and PR opportunities

  • Influence on future standards

  • Early access to exclusive member toolkits and resources

  • Early access to the private member store collection, including recognition materials, signage, decals, and more.

Membership Criteria:

  • Property complies with local STR rules

  • Maintains clear guest standards and expectations

  • Demonstrates practices from each of the five Vacation Homes for Good™ Pillars

  • Provides transparent listing information

  • Agrees to Vacation Homes For Good™ host commitment statement

  • Contributes 1% or more of annual gross revenue directly to local community initiatives.