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.

309,644

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,485,083

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

464,002

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 · $622 to go

Natural products for health and beauty care

Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania

By Labi MartinBeauty

0% raised · $24 to go

To expand my shop

Copper Belt, Zambia

By GeorgeMobile Phone

0% raised · $37 to go

Fashion shoes kitale kenya

Kitale, Kenya

By EliyaClothing Sales

40% raised · $31 to go

Website hosting, security and expansion

Eldoret, Kenya

By EdwinOnline freelancing

22% raised · $46 to go

Cooking equipment

Tangerang, Indonesia

By MirnawatiHome Supplies

0% raised · $64 to go

Joy beauty products

Eldoret, Kenya

By JoyceBeauty

0% raised · $78 to go

Electric bike delivery service

Nairobi, Kenya

By DanielTransportation

0% raised · $96 to go

Procurement of flower plant compost dredging equipment

Semarang, Indonesia

By GustinaFarming

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