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.

307,605

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,166,186

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

457,401

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

73% raised · $265 to go

Jambo Bread & Cakes

Syokimau, Kenya

By MoureenFood Retail

0% raised · $24 to go

Upgrade to mega cybercafe

Mazabuka, Zambia

By HiranoCybercafe

0% raised · $24 to go

Grocery shop

Kitwe, Zambia

By RichardFood Retail

0% raised · $24 to go

Farming inputs for maize farming

Kisumu, Kenya

By SamusoniFarming

0% raised · $24 to go

Staple foods for my shop

Narok, Kenya

By MercyFood Retail

19% raised · $280 to go

Relocate to a larger shop space

Nkuene Division, Kenya

By TarsyBeauty

22% raised · $342 to go

Farming inputs & pest control for vegetable crops

Kabwe, Zambia

By BoydFarming

19% raised · $387 to go

Growing my home supplies shop

Nakuru, Kenya

By GilbertHome Supplies

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