Manny Hidalgo

Manny Hidalgo is the Executive Director of Shepherd's Table, a position he has held since July 2019.23 He brings over 25 years of experience in community-based economic development and effective public policy.1 Prior to his current role, Hidalgo served as Executive Director of the Spanish Catholic Center and Latino Economic Development Center, and as Chief Operating Officer of the National Community Reinvestment Coalition.2 He has also held the position of Director of the Office of Economic Opportunity for the US Small Business Administration.2

Hidalgo's educational background includes a bachelor's degree in history from Georgetown University and a master's degree in Latin American and Caribbean Studies from Florida International University.2 His expertise has been recognized with awards such as the Center for Nonprofit Advancement's EXCEL Leadership Award in 2009 and the Meyer Foundation's Exponent Award in 2011.2

At Shepherd's Table, Hidalgo leads the organization in its mission to support socially and economically disadvantaged communities.4 The nonprofit, based in Silver Spring, Maryland, provides various services including meal programs and social support to those in need.5