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.

308,389

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,281,333

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

460,246

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

70% raised · $15 to go

Starting a chicken business

Kisumu, Kenya

By JoelLivestock

0% raised · $51 to go

Chaabwa's food and grocery shop

Halupumbu, Zambia

By ChaabweFood Retail

0% raised · $51 to go

Grocery shop

Lusaka, Zambia

By KennedyFood Retail

5% raised · $93 to go

Boutique shop

Lusaka, Zambia

By CarolClothing Sales

10% raised · $89 to go

Grocery shop

Lusaka, Zambia

By PriscaFood Retail

0% raised · $99 to go

Stock expansion and building stronger clothing sales

Embakasi, Kenya

By StanleyClothing Sales

0% raised · $100 to go

Expand clothes business stock

Nakuru, Kenya

By FaithClothing Sales

0% raised · $115 to go

Second-hand clothing sales

Nairobi, Kenya

By StaycyClothing Sales

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