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.

308,755

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,327,924

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

461,353

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

0% raised · $266 to go

Charo nursery seedlings

Mombasa, Kenya

By HamiltonFarming

0% raised · $24 to go

Carwash business for youth support

Thika, Kenya

By MeshachTransportation

0% raised · $24 to go

Fast food preparation and delivery

Nairobi, Kenya

By SharonRestaurant

0% raised · $24 to go

Flying chef

Nairobi, Kenya

By Evans OchiengRestaurant

4% raised · $23 to go

Barber shop

Lusaka, Zambia

By InnocentOutside the Box

41% raised · $14 to go

Restocking my shop

Narok, Kenya

By GregoryHome Supplies

0% raised · $26 to go

Mattress selling

Nairobi, Kenya

By Caroline NyariaraOutside the Box

10% raised · $44 to go

Transport to market my crops

Monze, Zambia

By ManyongaTransportation

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