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.

309,450

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,442,474

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

463,281

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

30% raised · $30 to go

Increase and boost my sales

Kalumbila, Zambia

By BeatriceHome Supplies

23% raised · $33 to go

Tooth removal

Kapiri Mposhi, Zambia

By SylviaHealth

2% raised · $48 to go

Funds to transport potatoes to market

Central Province, Zambia

By WestonFarming

0% raised · $49 to go

Coldroom for storage of fish

Siavonga, Zambia

By FridayFood Retail

20% raised · $39 to go

Mayoba's clothing design

Lusaka, Zambia

By Mayoba JanetSewing

0% raised · $49 to go

Farming

Lusaka, Zambia

By PhalessFarming

22% raised · $38 to go

Selina's tailoring shop

Adu, Kenya

By SelinaSewing

0% raised · $50 to go

Coconut ice business

Surakarta, Indonesia

By MuhammadRestaurant

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