Gopuff donates millions in free groceries to SNAP recipients as Americans face lapse in benefits
Millions of Americans are set to lose access to SNAP benefits next month amid the government shutdown.
In an effort to help SNAP recipients continue accessing the groceries they need amid this gap in aid Gopuff says it is donating up to $10 million in total relief, offering $50 credit for SNAP eligible items, delivered for free in as fast as 15 minutes.
The credit is available to customers nationwide who have a SNAP EBT card connected to their Gopuff account, or who add their card.
The announcement builds on the firm’s efforts to combat food insecurity and improve food access. Since 2019, it has partnered with Feeding America to support food banks across the US, donating over 1.1 million pounds of food in 2024.
2025 RTIH INNOVATION AWARDS
Grocery delivery was a key focus area at the 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards.
We received a record number of entries and many fantastic examples of the continued resilience and dynamism of the retail space during hugely challenging times.
For a full rundown of all of the shortlisted entries, click here.
Our 2025 hall of fame entrants were revealed during a sold out event which took place at The HAC in Central London on 16th October and consisted of a drinks reception, three course meal, and awards ceremony presided over by award winning comedian, actress and writer Tiff Stevenson.
In his welcome speech, Scott Thompson, Founder and Editor, RTIH, said: “This is the awards’ fifth year as a physical event. We started off with just 30 people at the South Place Hotel not far from here, then moved to London Bridge Hotel, then The Barbican, and last year RIBA’s HQ in the West End.”
“But I’m conscious of the fact that, to quote the legend that is Taylor Swift, You’re only as hot as your last hit, baby. So, this year we’ve moved to our biggest venue yet, and also pulled in our largest number of entries to date and broken attendance records.”
He added: “This year’s submissions have without doubt been our best yet. To quote one of the judges: The examples of innovative developments across both traditional and digital retail spaces were truly remarkable.”
Congratulations to our winners, and a big thank you to our sponsors, judging panel, the legend that is Tiff Stevenson, and all those who attended our 2025 gathering.
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