DoorDash is stepping in to feed hungry Americans as the federal government shutdown threatens to halt food stamp payments.
DoorDash is stepping in to feed hungry Americans as the federal government shutdown threatens to halt food stamp payments for more than 40 million people starting next week.
The delivery giant announced on Sunday that it will distribute 1 million free meals and waive delivery fees for 300,000 grocery orders placed by recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, as part of an “Emergency Food Response” campaign set to run through November.
The effort comes as state officials warn that food stamp funding could dry up by Nov. 1, leaving tens of millions without benefits and food banks overwhelmed by demand.
The company said it will partner with more than 300 food banks and pantries across the country through its Project DASH network to deliver free meals and supplies in every state.
DoorDash will also waive delivery and service fees for grocery orders made by SNAP customers at participating retailers including Sprouts, Dollar General, Schnucks, Hy-Vee, Wegmans, Giant Eagle and Ahold Delhaize brands.
