Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD) and DoorDash have marked a major milestone in the fight against hunger, having completed over 5,000 deliveries of meals and groceries to families facing hunger since 2023. This collaboration is powered by Project DASH — DoorDash’s charitable home delivery service in partnership with food banks, pantries, community action agencies and other social impact organizations.
Dashers transport items from ABCD food access centers to residents’ homes, and recipients receive updates via text message throughout the process. By partnering with Project DASH, ABCD enhances its home delivery network and expands its impact.
“We are proud of what this milestone represents — 5,000 moments of relief for residents in the communities that we serve,” said ABCD President and CEO Sharon Scott-Chandler. “Meeting neighbors where they are is key to ABCD’s mission. Our partnership with Project DASH allows ABCD to bring essential nutrition right to the front door and fulfill our mission in the most literal sense. Families and seniors who face transportation barriers, mobility challenges or are struggling in other ways, receive the essential nutrition they need with less stress.”
Recent studies show that food insecurity in Massachusetts rose by 40 percent last year. This spike highlights the changing face of poverty — 86 percent of ABCD food access center visitors are paying full market rent, and have a college degree or higher. Seniors on fixed incomes are the next fastest-growing group of ABCD food access center visitors.
“Hitting 5,000 deliveries together is a milestone we’re genuinely proud of, not just as a number, but as a reflection of what a strong nonprofit-private sector partnership can accomplish together,” said Daniela Michanie, Head of Northeast Public Engagement at DoorDash. “Home delivery is the key to reaching neighbors where they are and when they need it most. ABCD has been serving Boston’s most vulnerable residents for decades, and we’re honored that Project DASH gets to play a role in that mission.”