- DoorDash has partnered with Kroger to enable Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients to pay for grocery deliveries using their Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards.
- This service is being rolled out across nearly 2,700 Kroger-owned stores nationwide, including banners such as Fred Meyer, Harris Teeter, and Ralphs, aiming to expand access to affordable food for millions of households.
- SNAP recipients can link their EBT cards to their DoorDash accounts, with benefits automatically applied to eligible grocery items, while non-eligible purchases or remaining balances require alternative payment methods.
- Standard fees like service charges, taxes, and optional tips are not covered by SNAP benefits, requiring customers to pay for these separately, though DoorDash is offering $0 delivery fees on the first EBT order for a limited time.
- The partnership has garnered mixed reactions on social media, with some users pointing out Kroger's existing delivery options and expressing concerns about potential impacts on driver tips, while others lauded the initiative for improving food access for vulnerable populations.
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