eBay's Omidyar works for philanthropy

In this USA Today article, veteran tech/business reporter Jon Swartz profiles Pierre and Pam Omidyar, highlighting their multifaceted approach to social impact and their influence on the philanthropic world, while providing a rare look into Pierre’s personality and background.

Pierre’s recent trip to Washington D.C. for a White House Fellows meeting sets the backdrop for the story, while quotes from notable individuals, ranging from Richard Branson to Bill Clinton to John Donahoe, illustrate the impact the Omidyars have in the world. The author calls the Omidyar’s "brand of philanthropy" a "powerful agent for social change, as eBay was for commerce."

Read the USA Today article here.