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.

307,627

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,169,218

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

457,450

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 · $93 to go

Building a public toilet

Ruai , Kenya

By Elijah Health

20% raised · $19 to go

Schoolbooks for my child

Nairobi, Kenya

By ThadeusEducation

0% raised · $24 to go

Fabric for making clothing

Kericho, Kenya

By TankiSewing

25% raised · $18 to go

Grocery shop

Kitwe, Zambia

By RichardFood Retail

31% raised · $22 to go

Vegetable farming

Karatina, Kenya

By KimchasiFarming

24% raised · $38 to go

Medical clinic

Malindi, Kenya

By NgowaHealth

0% raised · $149 to go

Modern clothes for my shop

Narok, Kenya

By LudiaClothing Sales

0% raised · $251 to go

Goat farming

Nairobi , Kenya

By Samuel Livestock

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