In the same way that you're driven in your business to keep innovating - Facebook is a wonderful example of constant innovation - think about doing that in philanthropy.
From Pierre Omidyar
I developed an interest in supporting independent journalists in a way that leverages their work to the greatest extent possible, all in support of the public interest.
Long-term sustainable change happens if people discover their own power.
My parents made me believe I could do anything I wanted to do. They were really into empowering me.
In terms of my belief that one individual can make a difference - that belief comes from my parents.
My dad was a physician. As a kid, I remember driving around with him on weekends so he could do his rounds at the hospital and talk to patients. We'd spend time in the car talking about what was going on with them, their stories.
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