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.

308,623

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,312,691

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

460,993

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

3% raised · $51 to go

School fees for my children

Mazabuka, Zambia

By RhodaEducation

1% raised · $52 to go

Restaurant expansion

Chingola, Zambia

By CheeloRestaurant

1% raised · $105 to go

Feed for village chicken & layers

Kaoma-western Province, Zambia

By JoshuaLivestock

1% raised · $163 to go

Grocery business expansion

Mansa, Zambia

By ChristineFood Retail

1% raised · $230 to go

School feels for my education

Muchinga, Zambia

By KapungweEducation

62% raised · $9 to go

Ploughing machine

Chongwe, Zambia

By SikwatiFarming

4% raised · $23 to go

Purchasing studio equipment

Katimamulilo, Zambia

By MiltonEntertainment

4% raised · $23 to go

Sponsoring orphaned children

Maposa, Zambia

By FridahOutside the Box

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