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.

307,994

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,227,228

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

458,892

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

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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 · $77 to go

Farming input investment

Copper Belt, Zambia

By VioletFarming

0% raised · $83 to go

Goldrich phones and electrical shop

Eldoret, Kenya

By MahasiMobile Phone

0% raised · $166 to go

Mental health outreach to children in informal settlements

Nakuru, Kenya

By Monica KaareEducation

21% raised · $236 to go

Best quality attires

Nairobi, Kenya

By LizaClothing Sales

17% raised · $251 to go

Growing my restaurant

Kitale, Kenya

By DavidRestaurant

11% raised · $276 to go

Restaurant equipment

Lusaka, Zambia

By AiledRestaurant

73% raised · $90 to go

Salon equipment

Kericho, Kenya

By AliceBeauty

2% raised · $341 to go

Expand my stock and business growth

Nairobi, Kenya

By ClementMobile Phone

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