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.

308,333

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,274,628

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

460,075

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

45% raised · $13 to go

Selling clothes

Lusaka, Zambia

By SomboClothing Sales

0% raised · $50 to go

Carwash services

Nairobi, Kenya

By PhelixTransportation

0% raised · $50 to go

Poultry farming

Nyandarua, Kenya

By FrancisLivestock

0% raised · $52 to go

School feels for my kids

Muchinga, Zambia

By MtongaEducation

0% raised · $64 to go

From small farm to profitable dairy enterprise

Nakuru, Kenya

By AllanLivestock

68% raised · $25 to go

Rice project

Portharcourt, Nigeria

By OwoFood Retail

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

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