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.

309,092

Number of life-changing projects enabled around the world

$21,395,189

Total amount raised to fund projects through our platform

462,332

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 · $52 to go

Expanding theatre production

Nairobi, Kenya

By IanEntertainment

15% raised · $84 to go

Fertilizers to increase tea yield

Nairobi, Kenya

By MaryFarming

59% raised · $192 to go

Homemade steamed cake

Sragen, Indonesia

By FajarFood Retail

0% raised · $24 to go

Nancy tailoring shop

Voi, Kenya

By NancySewing

0% raised · $24 to go

Buy baking flour

Chilenje, Zambia

By LyatoFood Retail

0% raised · $24 to go

Men's clothing sales

Kawambwa, Zambia

By GivenTransportation

0% raised · $24 to go

Potato farming enterprise

Nyeri, Kenya

By DanielFarming

25% raised · $18 to go

Taxi vehicle maintenance

Fadip, Nigeria

By LovelynTransportation

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