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.

309,021

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,378,879

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

462,093

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

0% raised · $24 to go

New bale

Lusaka, Zambia

By FelixSewing

0% raised · $24 to go

Barber machine

Northwestern Province, Zambia

By BlessingsOutside the Box

0% raised · $24 to go

Nguunis maize farm

Southern Province, Zambia

By PhillimonFarming

0% raised · $48 to go

Sweet&sour restaurant

Lusaka, Zambia

By HellenFood Retail

0% raised · $48 to go

Farming tools

Mumbwa, Zambia

By AndrewFarming

2% raised · $47 to go

Willies clothing store

Lusaka, Zambia

By WilliamClothing Sales

0% raised · $49 to go

Purchase of food stuffs

Boko, Nigeria

By DamshiHome Supplies

0% raised · $49 to go

Aluminium and glass workshop branding

Nairobi, Kenya

By BornfaceOutside the Box

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