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.

308,725

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,325,031

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

461,307

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

2% raised · $79 to go

Juice hub

Eldoret, Kenya

By Rita Mercy KemuntoFood Retail

50% raised · $12 to go

Lenny's designer

Nairobi, Kenya

By LencerSewing

16% raised · $20 to go

Restaurant equipment

Lusaka, Zambia

By BrendaRestaurant

12% raised · $21 to go

Restocking my shop

Narok, Kenya

By GregoryHome Supplies

4% raised · $23 to go

Blessings wear

Lusaka, Zambia

By BlessingsClothing Sales

33% raised · $16 to go

Growing cybercafe

Narok, Kenya

By DennisCybercafe

45% raised · $13 to go

Expanding my second hand clothing & salon business

Mufulira, Zambia

By NgulubeClothing Sales

55% raised · $22 to go

Chicken farming

Nyandarua, Kenya

By Radhia Kerubo MochamaLivestock

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