The Feminization of Philanthropy

Lastly, there are organizations whose business is very, very large but have a serious intent to develop initiatives that focus on women.

FS: How will women's new economic power redefine philanthropy in the 21st century?

AB: The most tangible change will be more attention to issues of livelihood and whose income is really supporting the advancement of households or families. You can't look at issues of poverty without really understanding and taking into account the role of women. Two-thirds of all people in poverty are women and girls.