Zidisha | Direct, transparent philanthropy

Fund life-changing projects in developing countries

Direct, transparent philanthropy

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Fast Facts

Since our founding in 2009, Zidisha has been at the forefront of the direct person-to-person philanthropy movement.

306,729

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,009,037

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

452,863

Number of people that have joined as backers and entrepreneurs

Esther raised $150 to expand her grocery shop."With Zidisha on my side, I will attain my dream of providing a secure future for my family."

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What makes Zidisha special?

Transparent crowdfunding

Contribute any amount to the entrepreneur you choose.

Direct communication

Entrepreneurs share their stories, photos and progress updates.

Entrepreneurs pay it forward

Funds are reinvested in new entrepreneurs upon project completion.

Featured Projects

Remarkable entrepreneurs transforming their communities

15% raised · $104 to go

Help pay for my child's medical expenses

Kapuas Hulu, Indonesia

By ArisHealth

3% raised · $165 to go

Making bread and cakes

Semarang, Indonesia

By A ChandrasariFood Retail

0% raised · $228 to go

Home-based shop

Palembang, Indonesia

By WarnaFood Retail

39% raised · $144 to go

Add stock of cereals in my shop

Kisii, Kenya

By MaryFood Retail

4% raised · $278 to go

Buy computer accessories for my training centre

Kiambu, Kenya

By PaulineCybercafe

26% raised · $257 to go

Help pay my son's school fees and add stock to my business

Nyankoba Location, Kenya

By KwambokaEducation

0% raised · $401 to go

Funds to restock my retail shop

Kitui , Kenya

By Jerry Food Retail

0% raised · $541 to go

Building houses

Maragua, Kenya

By FredrickOutside the Box

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