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.

308,892

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,360,754

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

461,800

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

1% raised · $212 to go

Kays beddings

Lusaka, Zambia

By Keke BunyaOutside the Box

12% raised · $21 to go

A bale of jackets for men

Kitwe, Zambia

By NataClothing Sales

4% raised · $23 to go

Secondhand clothes

Lusaka, Zambia

By AgnessClothing Sales

4% raised · $23 to go

Monica's hair saloon

Lusaka, Zambia

By MonicaOutside the Box

4% raised · $23 to go

Grocery shop

Copperbelt Province, Zambia

By NamakauFood Retail

8% raised · $22 to go

Secondhand clothes for sale

Lusaka, Zambia

By NeliaSewing

4% raised · $23 to go

People's choice restaurant

Lusaka, Zambia

By HellenOutside the Box

8% raised · $22 to go

Tasty rice for sale

Lusaka, Zambia

By FlorenceFood Retail

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