HOSTING
Become a Host with Cross Exchange
Open your doors to people who want to make a difference! As a host on Cross Exchange, you can offer travelers a meaningful experience while receiving their help with community work, ministry, or household tasks. Cross Exchange benefits both parties by providing travelers a free stay while it allows you to share your faith, foster meaningful relationships, and receive valuable help that makes a difference in your home or community.
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STEP 1
Make Sure Cross Exchange is Right For You
Cross Exchange is designed for Christian hosts who are open to sharing their faith with travelers who come to stay with them. All hosts are required to agree to our Statement of Faith and Terms & Conditions.
STEP 2
STEP 3
Build Your Profile
Travelers will be interested to learn what staying with you would be like, so filling out your profile will answer these questions! This includes what type of volunteer work you’re looking for, what living conditions to expect, what the local area is like, and what your household expectations are. Providing clear information up front can save you lots of headache and questions from volunteers later on!
Verify Your Profile
One of the important safety features we offer is meeting with each host on a video call to help confirm the legitimacy of each profile to help ensure travelers and hosts have a positive experience. You’ll schedule a time for a brief video call with us when it’s convenient for you. We look forward to meeting you and building a relationship!
STEP 4
STEP 5
Nail Down the Details
As you begin communication with travelers (i.e., potential guests in your own home), make sure you've established accurate expectations. At minimum, the dates of stay, type of volunteer tasks, hours of service, living arrangements, and household expectations should be discussed.
Match With Volunteers
Once your profile has been verified, travelers will be able to start contacting you to find out if you're available and willing to host them. Accept or decline at your discretion- timely replies are highly appreciated!
Looking to initiate the conversation? You’re more than welcome to contact volunteers too!
STEP 6
BUILD CONNECTIONS & ENJOY
Unless agreed upon otherwise, the traveler is responsible for arranging and paying for their travel to your city.
The fun begins when the traveler arrives: we encourage you to take the time to learn about your guest(s) and welcome them to your city and your way of life!
Not a good fit? No sweat – the traveler is free to leave at any time, and you can have them leave as well.
Cross Exchange is a platform that helps travelers and hosts connect. We don’t get in the way of your travels, but we’re not aloof either: we are happy to provide advice and answer questions. Make sure to check out our FAQs , resources, and feel free to contact us.