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.

308,675

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,320,853

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

461,156

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?

Zero interest

No interest, no debt collectors, no middlemen taking a cut.

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

45% raised · $13 to go

Evis boutique

Lusaka, Zambia

By EvisSewing

20% raised · $19 to go

Growing cybercafe

Narok, Kenya

By DennisCybercafe

4% raised · $23 to go

Buy seeds for my garden

Congwe, Zambia

By StevenFarming

8% raised · $22 to go

Grocery shop

Southern Province, Zambia

By NkwibuFood Retail

0% raised · $24 to go

Restocking my shop

Narok, Kenya

By GregoryHome Supplies

16% raised · $20 to go

Fishing nets

Kafue, Zambia

By ErickLivestock

12% raised · $21 to go

Grocery shop

Mazabuka, Zambia

By ElizabethFood Retail

58% raised · $10 to go

Selling dresses

Lusaka, Zambia

By RoydahClothing Sales

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