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.

309,274

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,423,130

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

462,805

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

58% raised · $30 to go

Tomato farm by Ruth

Lusaka, Zambia

By Ruth KundaFarming

25% raised · $67 to go

Selling rice

Lusaka, Zambia

By FlorenceFood Retail

12% raised · $21 to go

Grocery shop

Kitwe, Zambia

By MulengaFood Retail

12% raised · $21 to go

Chichi Janet's designer hub

Lusaka, Zambia

By Mayoba JanetSewing

12% raised · $21 to go

Onion farming

Lusaka, Zambia

By JosephFarming

6% raised · $61 to go

Day old chicks purchase

Jos, Nigeria

By AbednegoLivestock

5% raised · $68 to go

Farming

Solwezi, Zambia

By MaryFarming

12% raised · $69 to go

Farm field vegtables and maize farm

Lusaka, Zambia

By AtnessFarming

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