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.

308,774

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,329,994

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

461,409

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 · $49 to go

New stock

Mazabuka, Zambia

By ElizabethOutside the Box

12% raised · $43 to go

Cabbage production

Olkarau, Kenya

By BonifaceFarming

0% raised · $49 to go

Selling bubu dresses

Lusaka, Zambia

By RoydahClothing Sales

2% raised · $48 to go

To buy more stock for my shop

Southern Province, Zambia

By NkwibuFood Retail

28% raised · $35 to go

Growing my poultry business

Karu, Nigeria

By ErnestLivestock

0% raised · $49 to go

Fishing nets

Kafue, Zambia

By ErickFarming

38% raised · $30 to go

Purchase a new welding machine

Kitwe50, Zambia

By DanielOutside the Box

5% raised · $88 to go

Children's class room desks & computers

Chingola, Zambia

By DorahEducation

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