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.

308,935

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,367,800

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

461,928

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

16% raised · $177 to go

Kays beddings

Lusaka, Zambia

By Keke BunyaOutside the Box

0% raised · $24 to go

Expand my home-cooked food business

Nairobi, Kenya

By Faith AjuroRestaurant

79% raised · $21 to go

Chicken rearing

Meru, Kenya

By GeorgeLivestock

0% raised · $104 to go

Laptop and cellphone service

Tangerang Selatan, Indonesia

By JerryMobile Phone

0% raised · $120 to go

Contribution for a wheelchair

Kandabwe, Zambia

By KalumbwaHealth

8% raised · $114 to go

Poultry farming

Nyandarua, Kenya

By Radhia Kerubo MochamaFarming

2% raised · $146 to go

Raising sheep, goats and cows

Kisumu, Kenya

By JoshuaLivestock

6% raised · $174 to go

Phones and phone accessories

Copper Belt, Zambia

By IsaiahMobile Phone

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