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.

307,655

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,174,150

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

457,519

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

20% raised · $19 to go

Purchase more goods to restock my shop

Nakuru, Kenya

By TitusHome Supplies

0% raised · $27 to go

New restaurant equipment

Lusaka, Zambia

By AiledRestaurant

0% raised · $27 to go

Inventory of drugs in my pharmacy

Kasempa, Zambia

By ChandaHealth

0% raised · $40 to go

Maize and bean seeds

Kisumu, Kenya

By SamusoniFarming

0% raised · $55 to go

College tuition

Kitwe, Zambia

By MwansaEducation

0% raised · $63 to go

Cleaning services support

Nairobi, Kenya

By SethOutside the Box

0% raised · $65 to go

Steamed sponge cake business

Sragen, Indonesia

By FajarFood Retail

0% raised · $83 to go

Milk yogurt

Morogoro, Tanzania

By Frenkius BrasioFood Retail

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