DoorDash, in an effort to ensure quality food gets to people suffering from food insecurity, launched Project DASH in 2018 — an initiative that empowers food banks and food pantries, and health care institutions to work with Dashers and use DoorDash technology to provide local delivery to their communities.
Across the U.S. and Canada, Project DASH has powered the delivery of over 8 million deliveries of an estimated 135 million meals, saving recipients more than five million hours of their time.
Earlier this week, the Food Bank of South Jersey celebrated their strong partnership with DoorDash’s Project DASH, which has made more than 5,000 deliveries throughout the community in the fight against hunger.
Leaders from both organizations marked the occasion by providing a ceremonial delivery to a DoorDash Dasher.
Jane Asselta, CEO of the Food Bank of South Jersey, said the program has had great impact.
“Food access looks different for everyone,” she said. “For some, getting nutritious food delivered to their door isn’t a convenience, it’s how they stay nourished and connected to the support they need.
“DoorDash’s Project DASH has made that possible for neighbors across our region, and we’re grateful for a partner who shows up for South Jersey the way they do.”
Through its partnership with Project DASH, FBSJ provides essential nutrition to local seniors through its Senior Nutrition Resource Supplement program, as well as serving other food insecure individuals and families through its network of agencies and mobile pantries.
This partnership, in part supported by the New Jersey Office of Faith Based Initiatives and a $7,500 Project DASH Impact Grant, has expanded FBSJ’s reach in the community, increasing access to nutritious food for individuals and families.
FBSJ has also used Project DASH to support medically tailored nutrition initiatives, delivering healthy, prescribed food directly to participants, thus removing transportation and mobility barriers to improve health outcomes.
Alex Spyropoulos, head of New Jersey Public Policy at DoorDash, is grateful that the company could reach this milestone moment.
“Our partnership with the Food Bank of South Jersey is a powerful example of how technology and community can come together to fight hunger,” he said. “Surpassing 5,000 local deliveries underscores our shared commitment to ensuring that every neighbor has access to the food they need with the dignity and convenience of home delivery. We are honored to support the Food Bank of South Jersey in its important mission.”
The Food Bank of South Jersey has been a pillar of hope and support for Burlington, Camden, Gloucester and Salem counties since 1985.
In 2025, FBSJ distributed nearly 20.7 million meals through its direct distributions and network of more than 300 community partners.
