DoorDash’s Community Credits program open for applications

DoorDash has opened applications for its Community Credits program.

The announcement:

Today, DoorDash announced that its accepting applications from non-profits organisations across Australia for its Community Credits program, which has distributed over AUD$215,000 worth of credits to 22 groups since first launching in the country. Through its Community Credits program, DoorDash has helped non-profit organisations feed thousands of individuals in need of food assistance.

The Community Credits program, launched in 2021 in Australia, was born out of the need to create greater access and equity for communities who struggle to access meals, essentials, and other items. Through the program, DoorDash provides gift cards to nonprofits that work to serve their communities today and every day.

Sydney-based organisations The Rev Bill Crews Foundation and Anglicare Sydney are two of the 22 non-profits that have benefitted from the program.

The Rev Bill Crews Foundation has received $17,500 worth of credits. This has been used to cover regular meal deliveries and groceries to over 139 individuals, including single parents, asylum seekers, refugees, and those escaping domestic violence – providing significant financial relief.

Additionally, Anglicare Sydney has received $7,500 worth of credits to support families unable to afford food and utility bills and those at risk of eviction, benefiting over 300 people.

Rev. Bill Crews, founder/chairman at Rev Bill Crews Foundation, said: “Our partnership with DoorDash allows us to serve our mission and support Sydney’s homeless and disadvantaged population. By providing immediate food relief, our members can focus on other crucial areas of their lives, such as housing and medical care. We look forward to growing our partnership with DoorDash to reach even more individuals and families in need.”

Paul Fitzpatrick, head of food & financial assistance at Anglicare Sydney, said: “These food credits from DoorDash have helped us support people who might otherwise struggle to access our service. From difficulties with transport to chronic health issues or family circumstances, there are many reasons it can be hard to find the right support. With these credits, we have been able to assist people doing it tough with the food and essentials they need.”

Organisations like OzHarvest were also recently awarded Community Credits and are looking to use them to help alleviate the increase in demand for food relief.

Julia Gove, national partnerships executive at OzHarvest, said: “Every day, we serve 450 people free food in a dignified supermarket-style setting at our Waterloo Market. We’re thrilled to receive financial support from DoorDash to help individuals from all walks of life put food on the table.”

Puji Fernando, general manager, DoorDash Australia, said: “We know that having access to meals can make a difference for nonprofits that are working to address food insecurity. We’re proud to provide Australian nonprofits with the resources they need to cater to more of their members needing food assistance.”

Organisations who would like to participate can start by completing this form to be considered for a donation.

Source: Herd MSL

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