Florida Hotels Find the Perfect Lost & Found Solution with the 911 Cell Phone Bank
PRESS RELEASE
By Susan Shipp, 911 Cell Phone Bank
Tallahassee, FL — Hotels across Florida are finding themselves in a legal and logistical dilemma when it comes to handling unclaimed items left behind by guests. Thanks to Florida Statute 705.185, which outlines strict requirements for disposing of lost and abandoned property, hotel operators must now navigate a maze of compliance, liability, and ethical responsibility.
Fortunately, there’s a simple solution—and it comes with powerful perks.
The 911 Cell Phone Bank, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Florida, offers a fully compliant, liability-shielding program tailored for hotels. With over 20 years of experience supporting victims of human trafficking and domestic violence, the organization repurposes unclaimed items from hotel lost and found departments and turns them into lifelines for people in crisis.
Unlike other programs, the 911CPB doesn’t just accept smartphones and tablets—it accepts nearly every item a hotel might find in its lost and found, simplifying the disposal process. And when it comes to electronics, there’s no need to worry about sensitive data. Each device is wiped clean by trained technicians using industry-leading data removal programs, eliminating the risk of data breaches or identity theft.
For Florida hotels, the benefits are threefold:
- Legal Compliance: Partnering with the 911CPB helps fulfill the legal obligations set forth in Florida Statute 705.185 while providing a standardized, documented protocol for managing unclaimed property.
- Liability Protection: With data-clearing and secure disposal handled by professionals, hotels can protect themselves from potential legal claims tied to mishandled devices.
- Public Relations & ESG Impact: As a 911CPB partner, hotels are invited to participate in co-branded public relations efforts that highlight their community commitment. These donations not only help survivors reclaim their lives—they can also boost a hotel’s ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) rating and improve brand perception.
“Hotels are a vital link in our mission,” says James Mosieur, Founder and Director of the 911 Cell Phone Bank. “By partnering with us, they’re not only protecting themselves—they’re saving lives.”
To learn how your property can become a 911CPB partner, visit www.911cellphonebank.org or call 1-866-290-7864.
Because what your guests leave behind… could be the beginning of someone else’s safety plan.
