Realtor.com and National Association of REALTORS Join Forces for Disaster Housing Relief

Organizations deepen commitment to helping families rebuild after disasters and call on community to drive next chapter of impact

Mar. 14, 2026 at 9:03pm

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Realtor.com and the National Association of REALTORS have announced a joint effort to support and amplify the work of the REALTORS Relief Foundation as it marks 25 years of providing housing assistance to families impacted by disasters nationwide. Realtor.com will become the RRF's largest contributor in 2026 with a $100,000 donation and additional promised support throughout the year.

Why it matters

Homeownership is a key driver of generational wealth, but disasters can threaten that stability overnight. This partnership aims to ensure that a temporary crisis doesn't become a permanent setback for families by providing critical short-term housing assistance.

The details

The announcement was made during SXSW in Austin, Texas, where leaders highlighted the essential role stable housing plays in protecting financial security. As part of the event, Realtor.com's Chief Consumer & Marketing Officer presented the $100,000 contribution to RRF Immediate Past President Mike McGrew. Since 2001, the RRF has distributed more than $52 million in aid and helped more than 30,000 families nationwide.

  • The RRF was founded in the wake of the September 11 attacks.
  • Less than a year ago, flooding devastated communities in West Virginia, and RRF grants helped local families cover housing costs while they repaired and rebuilt.
  • Realtor.com will provide a dollar-for-dollar match for all eligible donations through May 31, up to $100,000.

The players

Realtor.com

An online real estate platform that has been at the forefront of the industry for over 25 years, connecting buyers, sellers, and renters with trusted insights, professional guidance and powerful tools.

National Association of REALTORS

America's largest trade association, involved in all aspects of residential and commercial real estate. The term REALTOR is a registered collective membership mark that identifies a real estate professional who is a member of the National Association of REALTORS and subscribes to its strict Code of Ethics.

REALTORS Relief Foundation

A 501(c)(3) nonprofit that exists to provide financial housing assistance to the public after disasters. In its 25 years of existence, more than $52 million in aid has helped more than 30,000 families.

Mickey Neuberger

Chief Consumer & Marketing Officer at Realtor.com.

Mike McGrew

Immediate Past President of the REALTORS Relief Foundation.

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What they’re saying

“For 25 years, the REALTORS Relief Foundation has shown up for communities when they need it most, helping people keep a roof over their heads in the aftermath of disaster.”

— Mickey Neuberger, Chief Consumer & Marketing Officer, Realtor.com (bakercityherald.com)

“As RRF marks 25 years of impact, Realtor.com's support strengthens our ability to deliver hope and housing when families need it most and helps to propel RRF into a new era of service and resilience.”

— Greg J. Hrabcak, President, REALTORS Relief Foundation (bakercityherald.com)

“So many people take advantage of people in dark situations, and this was the opposite of that – this was light and life. You'll never find enough time for me to sing the praises of what this team of REALTORS came in here and did.”

— Sandi Blankenship, Mother of a West Virginia homeowner and RRF grant recipient (bakercityherald.com)

What’s next

Realtor.com will work with RRF throughout its 25th anniversary year to elevate stories of impact, drive industry-wide awareness, and encourage additional support from real estate professionals, the industry and consumers.

The takeaway

This partnership between Realtor.com and the National Association of REALTORS demonstrates the real estate industry's commitment to supporting communities and ensuring that families can maintain their financial security and generational wealth even in the face of disasters.