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.

307,682

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,177,927

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

457,653

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

0% raised · $115 to go

Mary's potato project

Nakuru, Kenya

By MaryFarming

74% raised · $45 to go

The spirit of baking leads to life making

Mwanza, Tanzania

By PendoFood Retail

0% raised · $224 to go

Making school uniforms

Bomet, Kenya

By KipngenoSewing

0% raised · $27 to go

Inventory of drugs in my pharmacy

Kasempa, Zambia

By ChandaHealth

12% raised · $35 to go

Maize and bean seeds

Kisumu, Kenya

By SamusoniFarming

0% raised · $49 to go

Repairing my printing machine

Lusaka, Zambia

By AsafuCybercafe

0% raised · $49 to go

Farming inputs for maize & vegetable crops

Chibombo, Central Province, Zambia

By Salifyanji MutomboFarming

0% raised · $49 to go

Stock of men's clothes

Kiambu, Kenya

By FlorenceClothing Sales

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