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.

308,410

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,283,204

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

460,312

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

1% raised · $152 to go

Growing my grocery shop

Lusaka, Zambia

By ScholasticaFood Retail

83% raised · $35 to go

Lilly house of beauty

Dodoma, Tanzania

By LilianBeauty

0% raised · $24 to go

Fridge for selling drinks

Kisumu, Kenya

By MilkaFood Retail

0% raised · $24 to go

Cold storage business

Vom, Nigeria

By CharityFood Retail

17% raised · $42 to go

Chaabwa's food and grocery shop

Halupumbu, Zambia

By ChaabweFood Retail

0% raised · $53 to go

Fridah’s restaurant

Lusaka, Zambia

By Fridah KapaluRestaurant

0% raised · $76 to go

Fleence blankets for sale

Eastern Province, Zambia

By SelinaOutside the Box

2% raised · $74 to go

Purchase of library books & computers

Mufulira, Zambia

By InnocentEducation

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