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.

308,711

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,324,025

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

461,269

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?

Zero interest

No interest, no debt collectors, no middlemen taking a cut.

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

33% raised · $16 to go

Growing cybercafe

Narok, Kenya

By DennisCybercafe

16% raised · $20 to go

Restaurant equipment

Lusaka, Zambia

By BrendaRestaurant

12% raised · $21 to go

Restocking my shop

Narok, Kenya

By GregoryHome Supplies

20% raised · $19 to go

Lenny's designer

Nairobi, Kenya

By LencerSewing

40% raised · $29 to go

Cash for mobile money business

Fidii, Nigeria

By ChristianaMobile Phone

8% raised · $45 to go

Sheep rearing

Naivasha, Kenya

By Monica ChepkorirLivestock

24% raised · $37 to go

Purchase of tea fertilizers

Nairobi, Kenya

By MaryFarming

20% raised · $39 to go

Chicken farming

Nyandarua, Kenya

By Radhia Kerubo MochamaLivestock

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