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.

309,441

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,441,938

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

463,268

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

Livestock farming

Copper Belt, Zambia

By LuckyLivestock

3% raised · $30 to go

Inventory in tomato and sweet potatoes

Kitwe, Zambia

By MercyFood Retail

2% raised · $36 to go

Buying clothes for my thrift shop

Badagry, Nigeria

By BlessingClothing Sales

23% raised · $33 to go

Increase and boost my sales

Kalumbila, Zambia

By BeatriceHome Supplies

2% raised · $48 to go

School fees & uniforms

Lusaka, Zambia

By LiyaEducation

2% raised · $48 to go

Funds to transport potatoes to market

Central Province, Zambia

By WestonFarming

4% raised · $47 to go

Selina's tailoring shop

Adu, Kenya

By SelinaSewing

74% raised · $13 to go

Purchase of a flower watering sprayer

Semarang, Indonesia

By GustinaOutside the Box

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