Announcing Donations to 20 Organizations Fighting Racial Injustice

Authored by: Bie Aweh, DoorDash’s DEI Program Manager

In June of this year, our CEO Tony Xu announced a series of actions that DoorDash would take to stand together for justice. Among the many steps taken, the company seeded a $500K fund to be directed by the Black@ DoorDash Employee Resource Group (ERG). I’m honored to work at a company that not only leads on these issues, but also empowers its employees to drive positive change.

Today the Black@ ERG is proud to announce contributions to organizations across the country that represent a range of intersectional issues from youth development to economic empowerment and much more.

Among the organizations receiving contributions is the Black Culinary Alliance Global Society, which reminds us that the restaurant and hospitality industries, in particular, play an important role in this movement. BCA President Alex Askew shared, “Now is the time to move beyond familiar conversations and lean into discomfort. Your decision to support BCAGlobal will help deepen our understanding of mindfulness and diversity and advance the food, race, and social justice movement.”

Likewise, Historically Black Colleges and Universities venture capital aims to develop a new community of investors and innovators with micro investments (equity-free) for technology entrepreneurs and technical assistance, mentoring programs, and paid internships.

We are also proud to support Black Girls Code, whose mission is to increase the number of women of color in the digital space by empowering girls of color ages 7 to 17 to become innovators in STEM fields, leaders in their communities, and builders of their own futures through exposure to computer science and technology.

In addition to national organizations such as NAACP Legal Defense Fund and The United Negro College Fund, we have contributed to smaller, local organizations helping young people become empowered through self-discovery and pursuit of their passions and talents. These include the following:

The West End House Boys & Girls Club, an innovative youth development agency that provides outcomes-driven programs to more than 1,700 youth residing in the most underserved communities in the city of Boston.

Black Family & Child Services of Arizona, which has provided behavioral health services, adoption and foster care assistance for over 35 years.

Mindful Eating for The Beloved Community, which offers strategies to rebuild the connections between diet, culture, faith, the environment and community well-being, with a focus on the connection between mindful eating, social justice and sustainability.

Detroit Black Community Food Security Network, which has addressed food insecurity in Detroit’s Black community since 2006.

Fight For Life, a mentoring and support organization for at-risk young Black men based in Arizona.

Vanguard Initiative, which helps young people develop focus and confidence through the sport of archery.

School of Hip Hop Phoenix, which is aimed at opening up pathways for arts education, cultural enrichment, and upward mobility for minority youth.

National Black Farmers Association, a 25-year-old organization serving tens of thousands of members nationwide with civil rights advocacy, land retention, access to loans, education, and rural economic development for Black and other small farmers.

Hidden Genius Project, which trains and mentors Black male youth in technology creation, entrepreneurship, and leadership skills to transform their lives and communities.

The Okra Project, which is a collective that seeks to address the global crisis faced by Black Trans people by bringing home cooked, healthy, and culturally specific meals and resources to the community.

Loveland Foundation, which is committed to showing up for communities of color in unique and powerful ways, with a particular focus on Black women and girls.

Outdoor Afro, which has become the nation’s leading, cutting edge network that celebrates and inspires Black connections and leadership in nature.

Phoenix Local Organizing Committee, which organizes and mobilizes people of African descent towards change and self determination.

DuSable Museum of African American History, which promotes understanding and inspire appreciation of the achievements, contributions, and experiences of African Americans through exhibits, programs, and activities that illustrate African and African American history, culture and art.

This moment in time will continue to define our culture for generations to come. As we continue to Stand Together for Justice, we will expand our outreach efforts and ensure that our ERG, as well as the entire company, is driving meaningful change in our communities.