DoorDash launched a temporary emergency relief program for U.S. and Canadian delivery drivers. Escalating geopolitical tensions between the U.S. and Iran caused the underlying spike in fuel costs. These tensions disrupted global oil supplies.
The initiative remains active through April 26, 2026. Drivers using DasherDirect debit cards receive 10% cash back on gas purchases. This rate represents a fivefold increase over the standard cashback offering.
Drivers logging over 125 delivery miles weekly receive additional bonus payments. These weekly bonuses range from $5 to $15. The move pressures competitors Uber and Grubhub to address rising driver operational costs.