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.

308,052

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,233,970

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

459,093

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 · $24 to go

School tour fee

Kafulafuta, Zambia

By OscarEducation

0% raised · $49 to go

Bernard's dairy goat farming

Murang'a, Kenya

By BenardLivestock

0% raised · $49 to go

Selling fish

Nairobi, Kenya

By Hellen OredoFood Retail

0% raised · $60 to go

Growing my shop inventory

Nairobi, Kenya

By Quinta OnyangoHome Supplies

0% raised · $77 to go

Shoes and clothing

Kitwe, Zambia

By MosesClothing Sales

25% raised · $259 to go

Expand my stock and business growth

Nairobi, Kenya

By ClementMobile Phone

7% raised · $382 to go

Payment of university tuition fees

Lusaka, Zambia

By FrancisEducation

1% raised · $412 to go

Repair of motor vehicle involved in accident

Nairobi, Kenya

By FredrickTransportation

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