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.

308,484

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,294,698

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

460,571

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

Contribute any amount to the entrepreneur you choose.

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 · $24 to go

Paying school fees for my children

Chingola, Zambia

By CheeloEducation

24% raised · $78 to go

School fees

Muchinga, Zambia

By KapungweEducation

28% raised · $184 to go

Grocery shop

Southern, Zambia

By BridgetFood Retail

0% raised · $24 to go

Recycling glass bottles

Nairobi, Kenya

By BonyOutside the Box

0% raised · $24 to go

Grocery shop

Kabwe, Dallas, Zambia

By DavidFood Retail

0% raised · $24 to go

Wigs and hair extensions business

Adeke, Nigeria

By FemiBeauty

0% raised · $24 to go

Printer for printing business

Rikkos, Nigeria

By SamuelCybercafe

0% raised · $24 to go

School fees

Kitwe, Zambia

By NachinsambweEducation

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