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.

309,633

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,482,211

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

463,957

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

77% raised · $2 to go

Selling local fruits and vegetables

Kisii, Kenya

By Gladys OnzagoFood Retail

0% raised · $37 to go

Veronica 's poultry project

Makueni, Kenya

By VeronicahLivestock

8% raised · $54 to go

Cooking equipment

Tangerang, Indonesia

By MirnawatiHome Supplies

0% raised · $78 to go

Electric bike delivery service

Nairobi, Kenya

By DanielTransportation

56% raised · $40 to go

Procurement of a phone for my business

Ngawi, Indonesia

By GustinaFood Retail

47% raised · $57 to go

Medical care for my sick mother

Kasumbalesa, Zambia

By LenataHealth

43% raised · $76 to go

To buy raw materials for t-shirts

Tangerang, Indonesia

By Idris SetiawanSewing

9% raised · $161 to go

Restocking food stuffs

Nairobi, Kenya

By ChristineFood Retail

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