The Future of Work

We’re putting people in the driver’s seat when it comes to how and when they work. Learn more about our vision.

Our Commitments

Access

We believe workers should have access to strong earning opportunities with low barriers to entry.

Choice

We believe workers should be able to work when, how, and for however long they want.

Security

We invest in policies and products to enhance Dasher and community safety.

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Fast Stats from the 2025 US Dasher Survey

  • 88% of Dashers prefer to remain independent contractors.

  • < 4 hours per week is the average time a Dasher spends delivering.

  • 95% of Dashers choose dashing because of the flexibility it provides.

  • 79% of Dashers have another source of income or responsibility.

  • 55% of Dashers are women

  • 41% of Dashers are people of color

Dasher Stories

  • Corp - DDI - Dasher - Nakeya 1

    Meet Nakeya

    Nakeya loves helping people. That drive led her to her career as a full-time social worker—and dashing fits in perfectly with her lifestyle. “I like to DoorDash on the weekends to earn additional money."

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  • Corp - DDI - Dasher - James 2

    Meet James

    After serving three and a half years with the US Army in Afghanistan, James was medically retired. In addition to some chronic physical issues, James was diagnosed with PTSD, anxiety, and reintegration disorder.

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  • Corp - DDI - Dasher - Monica 1

    Meet Monica

    These days, as a Dasher, Monica creates her own schedule and earns when and how she wants to: “I’ve been working since I was 15 years old. I am now 58 years old, and I love the fact that I don’t have a boss. I’m my boss.”

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  • Corp - DDI - Future of Work - Steve - Dasher Photo 2

    Meet Steve

    Steve is a father and retired building engineer — and now, a Dasher. After more than twenty years managing a high-rise in Chicago, the physical demands of the job took a toll on his body.

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