ABOUT US

OUR ROOTS

The Pasadena Recreation & Parks Foundation was established in 1979 to support the City of Pasadena with enhancing its recreation programs, maintaining its green space, and improving the health and wellness of all that come into contact with both. This foundation exists to provide philanthropic support and advocacy, in accordance with our mission and vision, that magnifies the impact of the City of Pasadena’s Department of Parks, Recreation, and Community Services resources while making green space, health equity and program access a true and tangible reality for the community.

OUR PURPOSE

The purpose of the Pasadena Parks & Recreation Foundation is to:

Support the community in keeping its open spaces green and usable;
Increase accessibility to greenspace and recreational activities for all;
Ensure that parks within the community inspire health and wellness;
Raise private funding to support the enhancement and enjoyment of City park, recreation, and community spaces;
Amenities, facilities, programming, regardless of ability (ADA), socio-economic status, or geographical location.

OUR MISSION

The mission of the Pasadena Recreation & Parks Foundation is to increase access to and support the development, sustainability, and resilience of parks, trails, green space, and recreation programs to advance the health and wellness of our youth, families and community.

OUR VISION

The Pasadena Recreation & Parks Foundation’s efforts will result in expanded opportunities for the community to engage, enjoy, exercise, and explore our natural environment, recreation programs, and available amenities.

OUR KEY VALUES

Access
Sustainability
Resilience
Quality of Life

OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS

TREASURE SHEPPARD | President

JON FUHRMAN | Treasurer

KENNY JAMES | Secretary

TERRI ASHLEY-MACQUARRIE

BOB BADERIAN

LISA JEFFERY

MARK MASTROMATTEO

YUNY PARADA

HORACE WORMELY