Week in Review (May 28-June 3)

03 Jun 2016 4:00 PM | Anonymous

Millennials aren't buying homes right now. What if they never do?

The Guardian explores why millennials are not buying homes the way previous generations did.

China property developers face setbacks in ambitious foreign push

Local politics, changing administrations, regulations, and labor costs are among the challenges faced.

Africa's Female Philanthropists Are Emerging From the Sidelines

Meet some of Africa's female philanthropists and learn about the struggles that they face.

Into the Classroom: A Lesson on Philanthropy and Economic Inequality

This is a thought-provoking piece that explores the decisions that go into philanthropy from a donor's perspective.

The Few At The Top: Can businesswomen get ahead in Dallas? Meet these outstanding executives who are overcoming the odds.

I'll admit that this site is a little convoluted to navigate. Click around, but don't miss the box under the compensation section for the highest-paid businesswomen.

‘We’re struggling to get by on £200,000 a year’

This article reflects a sentiment that I have seen in several contact reports - donors who might appear to be major gift prospects just don't see themselves that way.

One of the World’s Greatest Art Collections Hides Behind This Fence

Kudos to Elizabeth Roma for linking to this fascinating story about the millions of pieces of artwork that are being stored out of sight in tax-free storage.

Meet the 30 highest-paid female executives in the Bay Area 2016

Interesting takeaway: "Many of the women on this year's list make significantly less this year than last, a testament to how having a salary tied to stock options can be affected by a wobbly stock market."

Finding the truth that companies don’t want investors to know

Reading and understanding SEC documents can seem insurmountable without a degree in accounting. Read about some of the techniques that companies can use to mislead their earnings.

Here's Why Successful Businesswomen Prioritize Philanthropy

"The best part is that female business women tend to support more women through their organizations, lifting a new generation of female breadwinners and their future endeavors, both charitable and corporate."

A Sea Change in High-Net-Worth Philanthropy?

Mark Zuckerberg and his wife Dr. Priscilla Chan made headlines when they announced their philanthropy would be going through an LLC instead of a more traditional charitable vehicle. This article explains some of the rationale behind that choice.

Why Virtual Workers Are a Real Asset

The Helen Brown Group shared a piece that resonated with many in our industry about why remote work can be a win-win for both employers and employees.

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