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.

308,466

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,292,515

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

460,493

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 · $49 to go

Bicycle sales and repairs

Dakinda, Nigeria

By DavidTransportation

13% raised · $89 to go

School fees

Muchinga, Zambia

By KapungweEducation

38% raised · $95 to go

Growing my grocery shop

Lusaka, Zambia

By ScholasticaFood Retail

0% raised · $259 to go

Grocery shop

Southern, Zambia

By BridgetFood Retail

0% raised · $24 to go

Bringing affordable internet to my community

Nairobi, Kenya

By AdikaOutside the Box

0% raised · $24 to go

Buying a new motorbike

Nairobi, Kenya

By Asha ObuolaTransportation

16% raised · $20 to go

Buying fishing nets

Lusaka, Zambia

By MulengaLivestock

0% raised · $24 to go

Pay school fees for my children

Mazabuka, Zambia

By RhodaEducation

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