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.

308,459

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,291,182

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

460,451

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

13% raised · $89 to go

School fees

Muchinga, Zambia

By KapungweEducation

38% raised · $95 to go

Growing my grocery shop

Lusaka, Zambia

By ScholasticaFood Retail

0% raised · $259 to go

Grocery shop

Southern, Zambia

By BridgetFood Retail

0% raised · $24 to go

Buying a new motorbike

Nairobi, Kenya

By Asha ObuolaTransportation

58% raised · $22 to go

Add phone accessories to my shop

Kitwe, Zambia

By Mukazi RogdersMobile Phone

0% raised · $76 to go

Fleence blankets for sale

Eastern Province, Zambia

By SelinaOutside the Box

1% raised · $76 to go

Auto spares shop

Copperbelt Province, Zambia

By SalatiTransportation

0% raised · $98 to go

Selling clothes

Lusaka, Zambia

By Maureen BandaClothing Sales

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