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.

307,627

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,169,218

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

457,450

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 · $102 to go

Building a public toilet

Ruai , Kenya

By Elijah Health

81% raised · $188 to go

Jambo Bread & Cakes

Syokimau, Kenya

By MoureenFood Retail

0% raised · $24 to go

Fabric for making clothing

Kericho, Kenya

By TankiSewing

0% raised · $24 to go

Farming inputs for maize farming

Kisumu, Kenya

By SamusoniFarming

16% raised · $20 to go

Grocery shop

Kitwe, Zambia

By RichardFood Retail

0% raised · $24 to go

Schoolbooks for my child

Nairobi, Kenya

By ThadeusEducation

0% raised · $32 to go

Vegetable farming

Karatina, Kenya

By KimchasiFarming

16% raised · $42 to go

Medical clinic

Malindi, Kenya

By NgowaHealth

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