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.

309,238

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,415,644

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

462,679

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

0% raised · $24 to go

Stock of local staple foods

Nairobi, Kenya

By BrigitFood Retail

0% raised · $72 to go

Grow my poultry farm

Copper Belt, Zambia

By JosephLivestock

0% raised · $72 to go

Tomato farm by Ruth

Lusaka, Zambia

By Ruth KundaFarming

16% raised · $1,489 to go

Fish hatchery

Kanyibok, Kenya

By PeterLivestock

0% raised · $20 to go

Unique clothing designs

Nakuru, Kenya

By JosephClothing Sales

0% raised · $24 to go

Chichi Janet's designer hub

Lusaka, Zambia

By Mayoba JanetSewing

0% raised · $24 to go

Onion farming

Lusaka, Zambia

By JosephFarming

34% raised · $34 to go

Adding staple foods to my shop

Eldoret, Kenya

By TrizahFood Retail

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