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.

307,565

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,161,280

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

457,253

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

83% raised · $4 to go

Farm expansion

Bomet, Kenya

By JacksonFarming

74% raised · $89 to go

Refrigeration for beef & dairy distribution

Choma, Zambia

By MartinLivestock

10% raised · $900 to go

Jambo Bread & Cakes

Syokimau, Kenya

By MoureenFood Retail

83% raised · $4 to go

Restock for back to school

Kiambu, Kenya

By FlorenceClothing Sales

83% raised · $4 to go

Cleaning services boost

Nairobi, Kenya

By SethOutside the Box

83% raised · $4 to go

Cap and handbag shop

Copper Belt, Zambia

By MukupaClothing Sales

83% raised · $4 to go

Funds to buy feed for poultry

Chibombo, Central Province, Zambia

By Salifyanji MutomboLivestock

83% raised · $4 to go

Airbnb essentials purchase

Kiambu, Kenya

By Lucy WanjiruOutside the Box

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