Hosting Application – Kawaguchi O'Connor Initiative

You & Your Home (the most important stuff)

First Name *

Phone

Email Address *

What pronouns would you like us to use for you? *

Which of the following hosting situations are you open to? [select all that apply] *I am able to host longer-term, providing an evacuee with at least 1 month of temporary shelterI am able to host short-term, providing an evacuee with less than 1 month of temporary housingI am able to host an evacuees cat or dog until they secure pet friendly housing of their own (pet food costs covered by KOI)

Which is the closest city to your home? *SeattleTacomaOlympia

Would a guest have access to internet while staying in your home? *Yes, all of the timeYes, at least some of the timeNo, but I am open to them getting internet hereNo and I am not open to them getting internetIt’s complicated! (please give us more info below)

Tell us more about the internet situation

Tell us more about your pet(s)

Is your home easily accessible by public transportation? *

Are you able or willing to assist your guest with job-seeking efforts (e.g., local connections, sharing resources)? *

Are there any safety, privacy, or security considerations you'd like us to be aware of to ensure a respectful living arrangement for everyone involved? *

In the interest of accessibility, we have made the rest of this form OPTIONAL to complete. However, these are important topics to consider when agreeing to host, so we would encourage you to read through the questions, if possible. (If you can fill them out, that is helpful, but we can also discuss these during your interview.)

Household Environment

Tell us a little about your experience with roommates or shared living situations

Tell us about any experience you have working with youth or young adults in any capacity (otherwise, type N/A)

How would you describe the overall atmosphere of your home? (e.g., quiet and private, busy and active, socially engaging)

Are there any household routines, expectations, or values that would be important for a guest to know?

Physical Space & Accessibility

Tell us about any specific physical or mental health needs your home is able to accommodate (e.g., step-free access, quiet space, sensory accommodations)

How much personal storage space would you realistically be able to offer?

What amenities in your home are you comfortable or not comfortable sharing with a guest (e.g., kitchen, laundry facilities, bathroom)?

Pets & Allergies

Are you open to hosting someone who may have a pet of their own?

Are there any allergies or sensitivities in your household that we should be aware of?

Transportation & Communication

Would you be able to assist your guest with transportation needs on occasion, if necessary?

Would you be willing or able to help your guest obtain or maintain access to a phone, if needed?

Support & Interaction

Are you open to supporting someone who may still be developing everyday domestic skills such as cooking, cleaning, or doing laundry?

Are you comfortable hosting someone who may need guidance with basic life tasks like scheduling appointments, interviewing for work, or accessing community resources such as libraries?

Would you like to be an active participant in your guest’s social experience (e.g., offering introductions, sharing community events), or would you prefer to maintain a more independent arrangement?

Additional Thoughts

Is there anything else you’d like to share—preferences, questions, concerns, or boundaries—that would help us ensure a comfortable and successful hosting experience?