STATEN ISLAND, N.Y.—DoorDash is expanding its Emergency Food Response initiative, partnering with 25 grocery chains to waive delivery and service fees for SNAP recipients—just as a federal funding deadline threatens to cut benefits for millions.
Locally, the expansion brings in ShopRite—a staple for many Staten Islanders—along with Fairway Market, BJ’s Wholesale Club, Gourmet Garage and The Fresh Grocer. They’re among 14 new retailers joining the effort, which also includes Price Rite Marketplace, Winn-Dixie, Raley’s, Save Mart, Food City, El Super, Fiesta Mart, Smart & Final, and Strack & Van Til.
These newcomers join other previously announced partners: Sprouts, Dollar General, Schnucks, Food Lion, Giant Foods, The GIANT Company, Hannaford, Stop & Shop, Hy-Vee, Giant Eagle, and Wegmans.
“As the SNAP funding cliff approaches, more families are growing worried about putting food on the table,” said Max Rettig, DoorDash’s vice president and global head of public policy. “We’re proud that more of our grocery partners are stepping up and joining this fight alongside us. We’re committed to being there for our neighbors for as long as it takes.”
The expansion comes as food banks report surging demand, with many families seeking help for the first time.
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