Building Stronger Communities in DC
Every delivery in Washington, D.C. tells a story—of Dashers earning on their own terms, merchants reaching more customers, and partners fighting hunger. Together, we’re fueling progress and strengthening resilience across the District.
DC By the Numbers
From supporting local restaurants to expanding food access, here’s the impact we’ve made together in the District in 2024.
$360M+
in economic activity
65,000+
active Dashers
Approximately 1,900...
merchants on DoorDash Marketplace
300,000+
Project DASH deliveries (as of January 2024)
Voices of the Community
The impact in Washington, D.C. in 2024 is seen not just in numbers, but in the Dashers, merchants, partners, and community members whose voices bring those numbers to life.
Flexible Work, Real Impact
In 2024, more than 65,000 people dashed in Washington, D.C., including 30,000+ new Dashers. From parents to students to retirees, Dashers earn on their own terms—contributing $110M+ to the local economy and completing 8.8M+ orders across the District.
Local Shops, Lasting Impact
In 2024, approximately 1,900 local merchants partnered with DoorDash in Washington, D.C.—from family-run restaurants to neighborhood cafés. Together, they generated $220M+ in sales, reaching new customers, creating jobs, and keeping DC’s food scene vibrant.
Delivering Meals with Care
Through Project DASH, we’ve powered over 300,000+ deliveries in Washington, D.C. as of January 2024—part of over 8.8M+ nationwide. In partnership with food banks and nonprofits, these efforts provide meals to seniors, veterans, and families facing food insecurity.
Earning on Her Own Terms
“Being an independent contractor allows me to not only make money, but I also don’t have to compromise time at home.” – Graciela, DC Dasher
Reaching More Customers
“Right now my second store is soon to be open and that’s because of DoorDash.” — Kevin Wilson Jr., Owner, The Peach Cobbler Factory
Fighting Hunger Together
“Behind every one of those meals is a Dasher who delivered that meal with care.” — Alexander Moore, Chief Development Officer, DC Central Kitchen
Making Her Voice Heard
"I find DashRoots and interacting with council members interesting and cool. It was important to let my voice and other Dasher voices be heard." – Keanna, DC Dasher, & DashRoots member
Expanding Food Access in DC
Through Project DASH, we’re proud to partner with DC Central Kitchen to deliver scratch-cooked, nutritious meals across the District. Since 2022, we’ve delivered 100,000+ meals to seniors and recently expanded the program to serve veterans facing food insecurity and mobility challenges—with meals delivered seven days a week.
Helping Small Businesses Grow
Two DoorDash Accelerator cohorts have launched right here in Washington, D.C., connecting entrepreneurs with mentors, city leaders, and resources to help them thrive.
Kristal Williams, co-owner of FishScale Restaurant, shares how graduating from the 2024 Accelerator program helped her expand her network, strengthen social capital, and build a supportive community.
Safer Streets, Stronger Partnerships
In partnership with the Metropolitan Police Department, we launched a dash cam giveaway to support Dasher safety and build trust across neighborhoods. Hundreds of Dashers in DC have already received dash cams—strengthening community trust and making streets safer for everyone.
Committed to DC
From flexible work opportunities to expanding food access to supporting small businesses, we’re proud to invest in the people and communities that make Washington, D.C. thrive. Through DashRoots—our community of Dashers, merchants, and consumers—we make sure local voices are heard and help shape a stronger future for the District.
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