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.

307,630

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,169,368

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

457,466

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

Purchase more goods to restock my shop

Nakuru, Kenya

By TitusHome Supplies

0% raised · $24 to go

Growing my utensils shop

Kibwezi, Kenya

By BeatriceHome Supplies

0% raised · $24 to go

Expand my restaurant

Meru Town, Kenya

By KaviluFood Retail

0% raised · $24 to go

Distribution of soda in wholesale

Nakuru, Kenya

By Ramadhan JumaFood Retail

13% raised · $129 to go

Modern clothes for my shop

Narok, Kenya

By LudiaClothing Sales

12% raised · $220 to go

Goat farming

Nairobi , Kenya

By Samuel Livestock

0% raised · $312 to go

El jefe retail mart

Bungoma, Kenya

By GabrielFood Retail

22% raised · $270 to go

Relocate to a larger shop space

Nkuene Division, Kenya

By TarsyBeauty

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