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.

308,265

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,260,626

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

459,884

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

75% raised · $6 to go

Poultry expansion & feed for poultry

Choma, Zambia

By MaryLivestock

58% raised · $10 to go

Bidii urban bites

Nairobi, Kenya

By SharonRestaurant

0% raised · $49 to go

Grocery shop

Lusaka, Zambia

By JacobFood Retail

20% raised · $39 to go

Grocery shop

Lusaka, Zambia

By ScholasticaFood Retail

0% raised · $49 to go

Kay's blankets

Lusaka, Zambia

By Keke BunyaHome Supplies

0% raised · $49 to go

Farming inputs & gardening tools

Northern Province, Kasama., Zambia

By RodrickFarming

0% raised · $49 to go

Car auto spares

Copperbelt Province, Zambia

By SalatiTransportation

48% raised · $25 to go

Fridah’s restaurant

Lusaka, Zambia

By Fridah KapaluRestaurant

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