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.

308,362

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,277,690

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

460,161

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 · $49 to go

Building material for home renovation

Mufulira, Zambia

By Serah NamukazaOutside the Box

0% raised · $50 to go

Carwash services

Nairobi, Kenya

By PhelixTransportation

0% raised · $54 to go

Support to brand my shop

Nairobi, Kenya

By WycliffeFood Retail

31% raised · $44 to go

From small farm to profitable dairy enterprise

Nakuru, Kenya

By AllanLivestock

5% raised · $82 to go

Evans electronics and phones accesories

Eldoret, Kenya

By EvansOutside the Box

0% raised · $98 to go

Additional sewing machine & fabric materials

Chingola, Zambia

By AudreySewing

0% raised · $98 to go

Boutique shop

Lusaka, Zambia

By CarolClothing Sales

0% raised · $98 to go

Farming inputs & gardening tools

Mazabuka, Zambia

By RuthFarming

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