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.

309,345

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,430,028

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

463,034

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

49% raised · $76 to go

Creating my unisex boutique

Ibadan, Nigeria

By ZumjiClothing Sales

8% raised · $22 to go

Dosha nails and cosmetics

Lusaka, Zambia

By DorothyBeauty

4% raised · $23 to go

Beauty clothes

Lusaka, Zambia

By BeautyClothing Sales

4% raised · $23 to go

Fertilizer to increase crop yield

Lusaka, Zambia

By DetanFarming

4% raised · $23 to go

Raising chickens

Lusaka, Zambia

By ChilalaLivestock

12% raised · $21 to go

Stationery shop

Mombasa, Kenya

By Sylvester IsikaEducation

4% raised · $23 to go

Grocery shop

Lusaka, Zambia

By RosemaryFood Retail

4% raised · $23 to go

Shidah's hair saloon

Lusaka, Zambia

By ShidahOutside the Box

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