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.

308,138

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,241,552

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

459,304

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

0% raised · $24 to go

Revive fallen computers

Kericho, Kenya

By RandyCybercafe

0% raised · $24 to go

Boutique

Lusaka, Zambia

By CarolSewing

0% raised · $24 to go

Blankets by Kay

Lusaka, Zambia

By Keke BunyaOutside the Box

0% raised · $25 to go

Selling coconuts

Wonosobo, Indonesia

By RahmatFood Retail

8% raised · $56 to go

School fees

Kitwe, Zambia

By Kunda ChibweEducation

0% raised · $77 to go

School fees

Mpika, Zambia

By RobertCybercafe

47% raised · $52 to go

Second-hand shoe sales

Lusaka, Zambia

By Elizabeth NdonaOutside the Box

0% raised · $99 to go

Vegetable farming

Bomet, Kenya

By WilsonFarming

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