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.

307,769

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,189,901

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

457,983

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

73% raised · $26 to go

Paul's waste recycling business

Nyeri, Kenya

By PaulOutside the Box

26% raised · $109 to go

Selling basic necessities offline and online

Surabaya, Indonesia

By ShilfiaFood Retail

14% raised · $309 to go

Add stock of cereals in my shop

Kisii, Kenya

By MaryFood Retail

23% raised · $385 to go

Pilot broiler chicken rearing for sustainable livelihoods

Mombasa, Kenya

By PaulineLivestock

29% raised · $390 to go

Vintrose goat and poultry farm

Lwanda Nyamasare Kasgunga, Kenya

By VincentLivestock

15% raised · $33 to go

Business consulting service

Kitale, Kenya

By JudeOutside the Box

0% raised · $81 to go

Farm inputs

Kisumu, Kenya

By SamusoniFarming

0% raised · $99 to go

Salon equipment

Kericho, Kenya

By AliceBeauty

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