The article explores the euphoria of cold water swimming and the concept of 'wintering,' while also discussing the decline in corporate charitable giving and the expectations gap between corporates and charities.
Hello and welcome to Working It. The cold water swimming season is at its peak with temperatures around 5C (41F), inducing a euphoric state among swimmers. The article discusses the immersion of outdoor swimmers in seasonal changes and the concept of 'wintering.' It also covers a follow-up on the declining corporate charitable giving in the UK, with donations from FTSE 100 companies down 34% over the last decade.
The mismatch of expectations between corporates and charities is highlighted, leading to a preference for pro bono work over cash donations and sometimes resulting in feelings of patronization
Cold Water Swimming Wintering Corporate Charitable Giving Expectations Gap Seasonal Immersion
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