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.

307,901

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,211,564

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

458,535

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

8% raised · $108 to go

Expanding my grocery shop

Kitwe, Zambia

By SundeHome Supplies

3% raised · $128 to go

Repairing my printing machine

Lusaka, Zambia

By AsafuCybercafe

0% raised · $158 to go

Add cooking oil to my shop

Copper Belt, Zambia

By KalubaFood Retail

0% raised · $210 to go

Retail clothes shop

Nyeri, Kenya

By DynaClothing Sales

3% raised · $225 to go

Second-hand clothing sales

Olkalou, Kenya

By ChristabelClothing Sales

10% raised · $223 to go

Fabric and accessories

Kisumu, Kenya

By LeahSewing

36% raised · $222 to go

Land preparation and extension plan

Bomet, Kenya

By JacksonFarming

0% raised · $349 to go

Stock addition to serve community better

Narok, Kenya

By MercyHome Supplies

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