Women philanthropists 'get less recognition than men'

By Hannah Jordan, Third Sector Online, 28 March 2008

Women philanthropists are under-represented in giving statistics, according to a new report by Philanthropy UK.

Women & Philanthropy: Inspiring Women, Inspired Giving says women have a major impact on philanthropy, with many heading charitable foundations, but that their involvement is largely unreported in comparison with that of male philanthropists. The report, which features profiles of public figures such as JK Rowling and Darcey Bussell, suggests...

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