Our Mission
F.A.T.E is a non-profit cofounded by 4 South Pasadena locals, with the mission to empower and support underprivileged and foster youth in gaining valuable educational opportunities for their future.
F.A.T.E raises funds for other non-profit agencies, through the delivery of a variety of fun and entertaining events. The events are designed to promote closer relationships with current donors, new donors, and potential sponsors, while making new friends in the community.
Founder
John Adamson
South Pasadena local, John Adamson, runs Adamson Realty, as well as works locally at his family business, Mission Tile West. A U of A alumni, he enjoys helping FATE grow and thrive, and enjoys being in the business sector.
Founder
Brooks Burns
Brooks Burns has a keen eye for organization and nuance as well as the financial details. A proud Oregon Duck alumni, he works at the local South Pasadena accounting firm, Henson CPA.
Founder
Dylan Burke
Dylan Burke is our tech and graphic design wizard. He’s worked in the app/game development sector for over a decade and enjoys creating all the promotional material and event-side graphics for the FATE team.
Board of Directors
President
Kris Maines
Kris Maines is everywhere in the South Pasadena community. Among other things is the Vice President of the Oneonta Club and Foundation and Div 1 Los Angeles AOH, and works as CEO at the Huntington Hospital, while also getting his Masters in Business from USC.
Founder
Carlo Thorbourne
As most UCSB alumni do, Carlo Thorbourne excels in the area of making connections. He works in the construction industry industry, and continues to make many valuable connections to members of the trades that will allow FATE to reach all its potential helping LA.