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.

307,520

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,153,078

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

457,056

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

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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

0% raised · $24 to go

Cyber cafe project

Nairobi, Kenya

By Evans KorirCybercafe

41% raised · $14 to go

Expansion of stock with new fashions

Narok, Kenya

By LudiaClothing Sales

0% raised · $24 to go

Stock for pharmacy

Busia, Kenya

By MosesHealth

0% raised · $87 to go

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Nairobi, Kenya

By MargaretHome Supplies

6% raised · $236 to go

Video game center

Ebutunyi, Kenya

By KennedyEntertainment

1% raised · $346 to go

Floor compactor machine

Nairobi, Kenya

By CharlesOutside the Box

48% raised · $201 to go

Restocking grocery goods

Chambishi, Zambia

By FrancisFood Retail

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Direct, transparent philanthropy

Fast Facts

307,520

$21,153,078

457,056