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.

307,612

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,167,333

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

457,423

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

74% raised · $255 to go

Jambo Bread & Cakes

Syokimau, Kenya

By MoureenFood Retail

0% raised · $16 to go

Selling snacks

Jakarta, Indonesia

By YuyunFood Retail

0% raised · $24 to go

Cereal selling

Kisumu, Kenya

By SilviaFood Retail

0% raised · $24 to go

Expanding my food retail shop

Nandi, Kenya

By FaithFood Retail

16% raised · $20 to go

Grocery shop

Kitwe, Zambia

By RichardFood Retail

0% raised · $24 to go

Farming inputs for maize farming

Kisumu, Kenya

By SamusoniFarming

41% raised · $14 to go

Staple foods for my shop

Narok, Kenya

By MercyFood Retail

22% raised · $270 to go

Relocate to a larger shop space

Nkuene Division, Kenya

By TarsyBeauty

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