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.

308,012

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,230,187

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

458,941

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 · $16 to go

Maize farming for food security

Busia Kenya, Kenya

By BonifaceFarming

0% raised · $24 to go

Land preparation and farm inputs

Bomet, Kenya

By WilsonFarming

0% raised · $24 to go

Second-hand clothing shop

Nairobi, Kenya

By Evans OndagoClothing Sales

18% raised · $40 to go

To buy medicine for my sick mother

Lusaka, Zambia

By Elizabeth NdonaHealth

0% raised · $74 to go

Farm & livestock supply shop

Kitwe, Zambia

By OgreyLivestock

70% raised · $49 to go

Mental health outreach to children in informal settlements

Nakuru, Kenya

By Monica KaareEducation

41% raised · $176 to go

Best quality attires

Nairobi, Kenya

By LizaClothing Sales

71% raised · $88 to go

Growing my restaurant

Kitale, Kenya

By DavidRestaurant

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