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.

309,279

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,423,390

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

462,832

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 · $47 to go

Expanding my clothing shop

Kawambwa, Zambia

By GivenClothing Sales

0% raised · $24 to go

Grocery stock

Narok, Kenya

By KimathiFood Retail

0% raised · $25 to go

Wifi for my flower shop

Semarang, Indonesia

By GustinaOutside the Box

34% raised · $33 to go

Running clothes business

Nairobi, Kenya

By PamelaClothing Sales

0% raised · $51 to go

Running fruits and vegetables business

Nairobi, Kenya

By StacyFood Retail

0% raised · $65 to go

Hospital bills

Kasumbalesa, Zambia

By LenataHealth

25% raised · $54 to go

Farming

Solwezi, Zambia

By MaryFarming

12% raised · $69 to go

Farm field vegtables and maize farm

Lusaka, Zambia

By AtnessFarming

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