The Omidyar Network was co-founded by Pierre Omidyar, the founder of eBay, and his wife, Pam. Composed of a 501(c)(3) and a Limited Liability Company (LLC), Omidyar Network is uniquely structured to work across the social, business, and government sectors. Like a traditional foundation, it makes grants through its 501(c)(3) entity; Through its LLC, it invests in for-profit entities.