After-School All-Stars

What After-School All-Stars does

After-School All-Stars (ASAS) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1992 by Arnold Schwarzenegger to provide free comprehensive after-school and summer programs to K-12 students living in high-poverty communities. The organization operates 16 chapters delivering programs at 754 school-year sites and summer camps across 77 cities in the United States, serving over 140,000-150,000 students annually — 92% of whom are youth of color and 90% of whom qualify for the Federal Free and Reduced Lunch Program. Programs are organized around five core pillars: Academic Support, STEM Learning, Visual and Performing Arts, Health and Wellness, and Career Exploration, and are delivered directly at partner school sites to eliminate transportation barriers.

The organization's specialized program surface includes the Stars at Work VR career exploration initiative (developed in partnership with Transfr and funded by a $2.45 million U.S. Department of Labor grant covering 23 career pathways), the URBN Graphic Design Academy (a seven-week course teaching design principles and Figma proficiency in partnership with Urban Outfitters Inc.), the All-Star Leadership University (ASLU) annual youth retreat, Youth Advisory Boards, and the Healthy Eating, Active Living (HEAL) program. Underlying technology integrations include Transfr VR, Mizzen Education, Double the Donation (employer matching gifts), GiveSmart, and Figma.

ASAS is funded through a diversified mix of corporate sponsorships (URBN, Crypto.com, NBA, LA Kings, Costco, New York Life, Take-Two, Universal Pictures, Tailored Brands), foundation grants (Charles Stewart Mott Foundation has invested $10M+ since 2004), government funding (California Proposition 49 estimated $6.77 billion since 2002, U.S. DOL Workforce Pathways for Youth $2.45M), event-driven fundraising (Westime Charity Night has raised $46M since 2013 including $8M in 2024), and individual donations (including a $2 million gift from Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce in 2026). Leadership comprises CEO Ben Paul (since 2003) and President Andrea Bazán (since 2021), with a National Board chaired by Paul D. Wachter and including founder Arnold Schwarzenegger.

Name

After-School All-Stars

Legal name

After-School All-Stars

Website

https://afterschoolallstars.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1992

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

After-School All-Stars is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing free comprehensive after-school and summer programs to over 140,000 K-12 students in high-poverty communities. Founded in 1992 by Arnold Schwarzenegger, it operates 16 chapters delivering programs at 754 school sites across 77 U.S. cities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Development Services

NAICS

Educational Services (61), Sports and Recreation Instruction (611620)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

After-School, Tutoring & Academic Enrichment Nonprofits (BPAGADAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

After-School Academic Support Programs (Centers & Clubs) (EDAJALAM), Multi-Activity Enrichment Camps (Academic + Arts + Sports) (EDAMALAA), After-School & Extended-Day Programs (School-Run) (EDAJAJAK)

Keywords

• Youth development programs
• After-school education programs
• STEM education programs
• Youth mentorship services
• Summer enrichment programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Los Angeles

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices17 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Corporate Sponsorships: Corporate partners provide financial support, in-kind donations, employee engagement programs, and board placement opportunities. Partners include URBN ($250,000 investment), Crypto.com ($1 million), Mott Foundation ($10+ million total), NBA, LA Kings, and others.
2. Individual Donations: Direct donations from individuals through the website, monthly giving programs, and estate/planned giving. Major gifts include $2 million from Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. The Champions Society provides recurring unrestricted funding.
3. Employer Matching Gifts: Partnership with Double the Donation enables 26+ million employees at matching gift companies to multiply their donations. ASAS actively promotes and facilitates matching gift requests.
4. Foundation and Government Grants: Grants from foundations including Mott Foundation ($10+ million over 20 years), federal grants such as the U.S. Department of Labor Workforce Pathways for Youth ($2.45 million), and state funding through Proposition 49 in California ($6.77 billion estimated to date).
5. Event-Based Fundraising: Annual events including the Westime Charity Night (raised $8 million in 2024, $46 million total since 2013), cornhole tournaments, and field day fundraisers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

After-School All-Stars provides free, comprehensive after-school and summer programs for K-12 students from low-income communities, delivered through 16 chapters at more than 754 school-year sites and summer camps across 77 cities. The core portfolio spans five interconnected program pillars: Academic Support, STEM Learning, Visual and Performing Arts, Health and Wellness, and Career Exploration, supplemented by specialized offerings such as the Stars at Work VR career exploration program, the URBN Graphic Design Academy, summer enrichment, All-Star Leadership University (ASLU), the Youth Advisory Board, and mentorship and HEAL health programs.

Product overview

After-School All-Stars (ASAS) provides comprehensive after-school and summer programs as a single unified offering focused on closing the opportunity gap for low-income youth. The core portfolio consists of five interconnected program pillars: Academic Support, STEM Learning, Visual and Performing Arts, Health and Wellness, and Career Exploration. These are supplemented by specialized programs including the Stars at Work VR career exploration initiative, the URBN Graphic Design Academy, summer enrichment programming, All-Star Leadership University (ASLU), Youth Advisory Boards, mentorship programs, and the HEAL health initiative. Programs operate at 754+ school-year sites and summer camps across 16 chapters in 77 cities, serving over 140,000 students annually.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• All-Star Leadership University (ASLU): Annual youth leadership retreat uniting students and mentors from across the nation to develop their strengths as leaders, build friendships and connections, and map out strategies to make an impact in their communities.
• Champions Society
• URBN Graphic Design Academy
• Stars at Work
• Youth Advisory Board (YAB)

Products and services

• Academic Support Programs Homework help, mentorship, project-based learning, and leadership preparation that help K-12 students in high-poverty communities build positive academic behaviors and improve grades.
• STEM Learning Programs Project-based STEM learning experiences teaching collaboration, communication, creativity, and problem-solving through coding, robotics, mathematics, and computer science for K-12 students.
• Visual and Performing Arts Programs Ballet, modern dance, film and music production, fashion, and design courses that build confidence, self-expression, and technical skills among K-12 students.
• Health and Wellness Programs Athletics, nutrition, fresh food preparation, gardening, cooking, dance, yoga, and mindfulness activities encouraging healthy behaviors for K-12 students.
• Career Exploration Programs Field trips, workplace tours, expert-guided projects, workshops, guest presentations, and panel discussions connecting K-12 students to industries and careers.
• Stars at Work VR Program Virtual reality career exploration program using Transfr VR modules covering 23 careers including automotive trades, manufacturing, construction, hospitality, and healthcare, bringing workforce readiness to 2,400 students over three years.
• URBN Graphic Design Academy Seven-week course in partnership with Urban Outfitters Inc. introducing middle school students to graphic design principles, digital marketing (4 Ps of marketing, 5 principles of layout design), and Figma design tool proficiency, with student-designed garments manufactured for sale.
• Summer Programs Summer enrichment programs offering academics, physical activity, unique experiences, and social skill building for up to ten hours daily, five days a week across 754+ school-year and summer camp sites.
• All-Star Leadership University (ASLU) Annual week-long youth leadership retreat uniting students and mentors nationwide for leadership development, community building, and advocacy training at host universities.
• Youth Advisory Board (YAB) Student leadership program empowering youth to lead activities, plan events, mentor peers, serve on advisory boards, and provide feedback to improve ASAS programming.
• Mentorship Programs One-on-one and small-group mentoring covering career preparation, financial literacy, and mental health support designed to build confidence, resilience, and life skills for K-12 students.
• Healthy Eating, Active Living (HEAL) Program Health initiative promoting physical activity and nutrition through school gardens, cooking classes, fitness education, and community health resources for K-12 students.

Quantifiable outcome

• 89 cents of every dollar donated goes directly to student programs and services
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• TransfrcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2024Virtual reality learning partnership for Stars at Work program. Nearly 500 students in Cleveland, Los Angeles, Miami, and Newark using VR modules to explore career options. Transfr curriculum covers 23 careers including automotive trades, manufacturing, construction, hospitality, and healthcare. $2.45 million in funding from U.S. Department of Labor Workforce Pathways for Youth program.
• URBN (Urban Outfitters, Inc.)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2023$250,000 investment over two years funding the URBN Graphic Design Academy teaching graphic design and digital marketing to middle school students. Students learn Figma design tool, 4 Ps of marketing, and 5 principles of layout design. Program runs at four chapters: New York, New Jersey, Philadelphia & Camden, and Washington D.C. with plans for three cohorts over two years reaching 150+ students.
• AmeriCorps VISTAminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Federal service program with 17 members across 8 ASAS chapters and national team serving roles including volunteer management, research, event planning, fundraising, marketing, and programs. Began in Washington D.C. in 2021.
• NBAcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 200520-year partnership celebrating NBA legends including Kobe Bryant and LeBron James through Hoop Heroes initiative, basketball court renovations, exclusive clinics, and All-Star weekend experiences. Most recently, NBA Foundation has funded mentorship and workforce development programs. Ongoing commitment providing goal-oriented programs and positive experiences.
• NHLminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional sports league partnership supporting youth development through hockey and mentorship programs.

Scale indicators17 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Police Athletic League (PAL): Youth-development nonprofit providing athletic, educational, and enrichment programming to at-risk youth in urban communities. Comparable in mission and underserved-youth focus; differs in its law-enforcement affiliation.
• City Year: National nonprofit deploying near-peer mentors in under-resourced schools for academic support, attendance, and social-emotional development. Comparable in target population, mentorship model, and federal AmeriCorps funding pathway.
• Boys & Girls Clubs of America: The largest youth-development nonprofit in the U.S., providing after-school and summer programming at club sites. Directly comparable to ASAS in mission (closing opportunity gaps), target population (low-income youth), and operating model (school- and community-site delivery).
• Horizons National: National nonprofit network providing summer and out-of-school-time enrichment programs for underserved K–8 students, with STEM and project-based learning emphasis. Comparable in summer enrichment and STEM programming for low-income youth.
• 4-H: Nationwide youth development organization offering after-school, summer, and enrichment programs with STEM, leadership, and career exploration components. Directly comparable in academic enrichment, STEM, and life-skill programming for K–12 youth.
• Big Brothers Big Sisters of America: National youth-mentoring nonprofit serving low-income and at-risk youth. Comparable target population, mentorship-driven model, and reliance on corporate/foundation funding; complementary rather than identical in delivery (mentorship matching vs. site-based programs).

Regional players

• LA's BEST: Los Angeles-based after-school enrichment program serving elementary students in high-need schools. Direct overlap with ASAS Los Angeles chapter in mission, geography, and target population; smaller scale and limited to LA.

Broad incumbents

• YMCA of the USA: National nonprofit operating youth development, after-school, and summer programs at YMCA branches nationwide. Comparable in scale, mission, and service mix, though YMCA spans broader programming (fitness, child care, swimming) beyond ASAS's after-school focus.
• Save the Children (U.S. Programs): Large international nonprofit with substantial U.S. after-school and literacy programs for low-income and rural youth. Comparable in serving high-need K–12 populations and pursuing government/foundation funding.

Others

• AmeriCorps: Federal agency deploying national service members to nonprofits, including ASAS (17 AmeriCorps VISTA members across 8 chapters). Acts as both a partner and a funder of ASAS's workforce and youth-development programming.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/asasafterschool
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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/after-school-all-stars

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles17 records

Subsidiaries16 records

Funding overview

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