The Globe and Mail
December 2, 2025.
For Rebecca Broadley and Kate Murdoch, the uptick of philanthropic giving by women shows not just a financial shift, but a cultural one. As both advisors point out, women want their giving to make a meaningful impact and reflect who they are.
“You get women talking about why,” says Ms. Broadley. “Maybe their mom went through a health issue, or they grew up relying on certain community supports and they want to give back to the people or organizations that once helped them.”
“There is a real interest in supporting research and advancement that has historically been underfunded,” explains Ms. Murdoch. “Women want their giving to reflect their lived experience.”
