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.

309,423

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,440,296

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

463,254

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

4% raised · $23 to go

Beauty clothes

Lusaka, Zambia

By BeautyClothing Sales

0% raised · $24 to go

Livestock farming

Copper Belt, Zambia

By LuckyLivestock

87% raised · $3 to go

Inventory in my pharmacy

Lusaka, Zambia

By MarthaHealth

0% raised · $25 to go

Growing my poultry farm to meet demand

Samaru Campus, Nigeria

By AbdullahiLivestock

0% raised · $31 to go

Inventory in tomato and sweet potatoes

Kitwe, Zambia

By MercyFood Retail

2% raised · $36 to go

Buying clothes for my thrift shop

Badagry, Nigeria

By BlessingClothing Sales

23% raised · $33 to go

Increase and boost my sales

Kalumbila, Zambia

By BeatriceHome Supplies

0% raised · $49 to go

School fees & uniforms

Lusaka, Zambia

By LiyaEducation

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