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.

307,968

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,222,880

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

458,787

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

34% raised · $108 to go

Medicines for my pharmacy

Busia, Kenya

By MosesHealth

25% raised · $192 to go

Shop for ordering drinks

Copper Belt, Zambia

By SinikiweFood Retail

55% raised · $115 to go

Add mobile payment service to my pharmacy

Kisii Town, Kenya

By SimonHealth

23% raised · $210 to go

Expanding my chicken rearing business

Nakuru, Kenya

By CatherineLivestock

36% raised · $208 to go

Homemade steamed cake

Sragen, Indonesia

By FajarFood Retail

7% raised · $320 to go

Salon equipment

Kericho, Kenya

By AliceBeauty

14% raised · $300 to go

Inventory for my home supply shop

Nandi, Kenya

By FaithFood Retail

1% raised · $344 to go

Growing my home supplies shop

Nakuru, Kenya

By TitusHome Supplies

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