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.

309,388

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,435,974

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

463,160

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

40% raised · $29 to go

Eunice's poultry farm

Adu, Kenya

By EuniceLivestock

4% raised · $23 to go

Chicken feeds purchase

Kogi, Nigeria

By PeaceLivestock

0% raised · $24 to go

Poultry farming

Nairobi, Kenya

By AnnstasiaLivestock

8% raised · $22 to go

Goat meat capital

Lusaka, Zambia

By StephenRestaurant

12% raised · $21 to go

Bulk goods for my shop

Ndola, Zambia

By MartinFood Retail

0% raised · $24 to go

Inuka beauty salon

Nairobi, Kenya

By EdithBeauty

33% raised · $16 to go

Salena brands

Nairobi, Kenya

By Valentine KetitoSewing

0% raised · $24 to go

Blessing cravy bites restaurant

Nairobi, Kenya

By George LemayanRestaurant

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