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.

309,306

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,426,241

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

462,890

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

1% raised · $124 to go

Chiku's pastry and bakery

Lusaka, Zambia

By Rose ChikunamaFood Retail

1% raised · $149 to go

Creating my unisex boutique

Ibadan, Nigeria

By ZumjiClothing Sales

4% raised · $23 to go

Pay school fees for my twin children

Lusaka, Zambia

By LiyaEducation

0% raised · $24 to go

Help me to buy fishing nets

Siavonga, Zambia

By FridayOutside the Box

0% raised · $24 to go

Fashion shoes kitale

Kitale, Kenya

By EliyaClothing Sales

0% raised · $24 to go

Dosha nails and cosmetics

Lusaka, Zambia

By DorothyBeauty

0% raised · $50 to go

Electric bike delivery service

Nairobi, Kenya

By DanielTransportation

0% raised · $50 to go

Nancy tailoring shop

Voi, Kenya

By NancySewing

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