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.

307,590

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,163,517

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

457,306

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

Repairing my printing machine

Lusaka, Zambia

By AsafuCybercafe

0% raised · $150 to go

Add medicines to my pharmacy

Kisii Town, Kenya

By SimonHealth

70% raised · $297 to go

Jambo Bread & Cakes

Syokimau, Kenya

By MoureenFood Retail

0% raised · $24 to go

Farm expansion

Bomet, Kenya

By JacksonFarming

0% raised · $24 to go

Funds to start raising chickens

Lusaka, Zambia

By MajoryLivestock

33% raised · $16 to go

Motor vehicle spare parts shop

Western Province, Zambia

By CorneliusTransportation

0% raised · $40 to go

Inputs for maize farming

Kabwe, Zambia

By ChellyFarming

17% raised · $123 to go

Home supply shop

Bomet, Kenya

By ClaraHome Supplies

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