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.

308,964

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,370,456

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

461,944

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 · $24 to go

Buying of new clothes for sale

Nairobi, Kenya

By GladysClothing Sales

87% raised · $3 to go

Expand my home-cooked food business

Nairobi, Kenya

By Faith AjuroRestaurant

0% raised · $49 to go

Cleaning and landscaping services

Nairobi, Kenya

By JamesOutside the Box

0% raised · $52 to go

Repair my tyres

Kisumu, Kenya

By JoelTransportation

82% raised · $18 to go

Chicken rearing

Meru, Kenya

By GeorgeLivestock

1% raised · $103 to go

Laptop and cellphone service

Tangerang Selatan, Indonesia

By JerryMobile Phone

1% raised · $118 to go

Contribution for a wheelchair

Kandabwe, Zambia

By KalumbwaHealth

8% raised · $114 to go

Poultry farming

Nyandarua, Kenya

By Radhia Kerubo MochamaFarming

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