In today’s rundown: An election guide for local voters. | The gender gap in philanthropy. | The majority of large companies cut their charitable gifts in 2009. | Ways to increase the number of women in math and science careers.
— With just 5 days left until Election Day, The Washington Post has a rundown of the ballot questions local voters will face on November 2nd.
— Women give more to charities. So why does it seem that most “philanthropists” are men? The Huffington Post takes a look at the gender gap in philanthropy.
— Nearly 60 percent of big companies cut their giving last year, reports The Chronicle of Philanthropy. 40 percent of big companies reduced their giving by at least 10 percent.
— To increase the number of women in math and science careers, studies show it’s important to influence both attitudes about math and beliefs about stereotypes, reports Jezebel.com.
