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.

309,498

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,454,335

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

463,456

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

Selling fresh local produce

Nairobi, Kenya

By LeslieFood Retail

0% raised · $126 to go

Adding foodstuffs to my shop

Nairobi, Kenya

By Evans OchiengFood Retail

0% raised · $136 to go

Growing theatre production

Nairobi, Kenya

By IanEntertainment

0% raised · $137 to go

Restocking my eatery

Nairobi, Kenya

By SharonRestaurant

18% raised · $476 to go

Vintrose goats and poultry farm

Lwanda Nyamasare Kasgunga, Kenya

By VincentLivestock

0% raised · $24 to go

School fees

Kitwe, Zambia

By KalabaEducation

0% raised · $24 to go

Beauty clothes

Lusaka, Zambia

By BeautyClothing Sales

0% raised · $25 to go

Goat meat braii

Lusaka, Zambia

By StephenRestaurant

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