Omidyar Network’s approach to funding independent journalism

Washington, DC — Omidyar Network is a philanthropic organization with a tech-focused mission. We take a ‘big tent’ approach, actively seeking out and supporting diverse perspectives to reimagine tech and its influence. In this vein, we support writers, independent journalists, publishers, photographers, directors, musicians, and other creatives who are telling important stories about technology’s influence on culture, policy, and business, and imagining better futures.

We encourage proactive disclosure of our funding relationships with content creators, creatives, media outlets, and journalists. And our Reporters in Residence maintain complete editorial independence in their work. This commitment is evident in their reporting, which may include critiques of our work, the industry, or our approaches.

Omidyar Network receives no funding for the Reporters in Residence program via The Sixteen Thirty Fund or any other outside sources. Our programmatic work is supported entirely via our foundation and LLC. More information about Where We Focus and How We Invest is publicly available on our website.