What is “Meet the Funder”?
Meet the Funder offers nonprofit leaders a rare chance to engage directly with major funders, learn about their giving priorities, and explore opportunities for collaboration.
We’re honored to feature PIMCO Foundation in this session, where they will share their philanthropic focus, community impact goals, and insights on how organizations can align with their vision. With strategic pillars centered on Hunger and Economic Empowerment, PIMCO is committed to building stronger, more resilient communities.
Why Attend?
Insights: Gain insider knowledge about PIMCO Foundation’s funding priorities and application process.
Engagement: Ask questions and connect directly with decision-makers.
Opportunities: Discover how your nonprofit can align with their mission for a greater chance of funding success.
Featured Funder: Armando De La Libertad, Social Impact Manager
Mr. De La Libertad is the social impact manager at PIMCO. In this role, he facilitates the firm’s global philanthropy and impact measurement for the foundation. Prior to joining PIMCO, he managed government relations and clean energy engagement for coastal cities at Southern California Edison (SCE). Previously, Mr. De La Libertad served as SVP of strategic philanthropy and community reinvestment at the Wells Fargo Foundation. He started his career as an aide in the U.S. House of Representatives, holds an MPP from Harvard Kennedy School, and earned his undergraduate degree in civil & environmental engineering from U.C. Berkeley.