Observation Archive
07 Aug 2014
What can the Slam on Chinese Philanthropist Couple Tell us about Chinese Philanthropy
The criticism faced by Pan Shiyi and Zhang Xin, the real estate billionaire couple, on their $15million gift to Harvard University reflects accurately the two challenges of moving Chinese philanthropy forward to the next level.
14 Jun 2013
How to Encourage the Chinese Wealthy to Donate More
The Wall Street Journal published a series of articles on Chinese philanthropy yesterday, focusing on donations from wealthy Chinese – What’s the status of their donation? Why they are, or are not, engaged in philanthropy? What should be done to encourage their donations? Statistics from various sources show Chinese charitable giving has decreased in 2012.
