After-School All-Stars

Together we make a great team! ✨

As the year comes to a close, we can't help but feel overwhelmed with gratitude for all the incredible support from our All-Stars community. 🙌❤️

This past summer and current school year, we served more kids at more sites than ever before. In all, our year-round programs provided services to over 150,000 students at more than 750 locations across the country - we couldn't have done it without you!

It takes a team of mission-driven after school advocates and champions to make our mission of keeping youth safe and empowering them to discover their full potential possible.

No two All-Stars have the same needs. Fortunately, our incredible, creative mentors take the time to get to know each student and adapt their teaching methods to each unique learning style.

As a rising 3rd grade student at New Springs School in Tampa, Florida, Cali had a strong preference for reading over math.

When Cali joined After-School All-Stars, her mentors encouraged her passion for reading while supporting her development in math. Cali was incredibly motivated to learn, and she eventually mastered the curriculum that allowed her to thrive in the new school year.

With few summer learning opportunities available to young people, students like Cali rely on After-School All-Stars to prepare them for the school year to come.

Give the gift of academic readiness today! https://www.facebook.com/donate/1044223973444751/?fundraiser_source=external_url

Nothing short of a magical experience for our After-School All-Stars of New York and ASAS LA chapters at the recent exclusive early premiere of the new !

Hundreds of students and staff received a once-in-a-lifetime experience filled with a red carpet photoshoot, prizes and giveaways, and were surprised by a special guest appearance by none other than Wonka star himself, 𝑻𝒊𝒎𝒐𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒆 𝑪𝒉𝒂𝒍𝒂𝒎𝒆𝒕.

We are incredibly grateful for our partners, supporters, and staff who made this magical opportunity possible for our All-Stars this holiday season!

Warner Bros. Discovery | Warner Bros. Pictures | Xbox | Wonka Movie | Nike | Beats by Dre

After-School All-Stars provides students with exposure to artistic activities they may not receive elsewhere. As a result, new talents and passions emerge – and lifelong journeys can begin.

When Saul met ASAS LA Director Mr. Mendoza, he had no idea what to expect. A decade later, he is an esteemed dancer, coaching beside Mr. Mendoza. Donor support made this transformation possible, and your support today can make it happen again.

As an enthusiastic soccer player, Saul was surprised when Mr. Mendoza offered him a chance to join the dance team. In the years that followed, dance extended into everything Saul did ... and everything he became.

Encounters with bullying and depression made the early years of his dance journey challenging, but Saul loved what he did and with the help of All-Stars he persevered.

Today, Saul works alongside Mr. Mendoza as ASAS LA Assistant Director. In this capacity, he helps his own mentees to gain confidence, grow as leaders, and find their passion for performing arts.

Support in any amount is critical to keep these under resourced programs alive – and turn students into mentors along the way. Give the gift of impact today! https://www.facebook.com/donate/1044223973444751/

On Giving Tuesday, we shared with you a few of the ways you can support the After-School All-Stars mission.

Throughout December, we’ll be telling you more about the work you’re making possible — as well as celebrating a few of the 140,000 amazing students who are benefiting from it.

You’ll meet students like Victor, whose experiences in our STEM programs highlight The Power of Your Gift. Help provide students with the hands-on learning experiences that will enable them to thrive tomorrow! https://secure.givelively.org/donate/after-school-all-stars/2023-year-end-campaign-the-power-of-your-gift

As a thank you for your incredible generosity on Giving Tuesday, individuals that make a new donation of at least $1,000 will be eligible to receive a Matchless London "Iron Bomber" leather jacket!

Pictured here, the jacket features antique Cuero leather, with the silhouette of their timeless bomber jacket, using an exclusive handmade zip by the well-known Riri Swiss.

The back is emblazoned with the United States flag, giving the piece a vintage look. The jacket also features the Arnold Sports Classic logo on the front, EST. 1988 on the sleeve, and a special patch on the inside with the event name and Arnold’s signature.

To be eligible for one of these exclusive jackets, simply donate $1,000 to our Facebook fundraiser https://www.facebook.com/donate/1044223973444751/ by this Monday, December 4th.

Thank you and good luck!

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When you give to After-School All-Stars, you empower youth like Juven to discover their full potential & unlock 🔓endless possibilities ✨

Your gift truly has the power to change lives 💙

We are thrilled to share a dear friend of ASAS has offered to MATCH the next $10,000 in donations!

This means that your gift will provide:
🌟summer programs for twice as many students
🌟off-site field trips for two classrooms instead of one
🌟& will allow greater access for our All-Stars to participate in life-changing programs

Now, you have twice as much power to make that happen by contributing to our campaign! We are grateful for your help 💙

Happy Giving Tuesday! We are looking forward to a day full of 👇️🧡 giving
🧡 creating positive change
🧡& building community
as we rally together to celebrate generosity.

Help us launch the giving season with a powerful start & see what the power of your gift can do 🧡 https://www.facebook.com/donate/1044223973444751/

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Join us tomorrow for , a global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity!

Your gift ensures students in need have a safe space to grow and thrive and reach their full potential. Choose the power of your gift here:
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We would like to extend a special thank you to our outstanding Westime Charity Night event sponsors and partners who made our annual fundraiser such an outstanding success! We could not have achieved this special night without their support. From the bottom of our hearts at ASAS, thank you!

🌟A record-breaking night! 🌟

🗣️We are thrilled to share that the 10th Annual Westime Charity Night raised an incredible $7 million in support of our mission!

💙This successful weekend would not have been possible without our founder Arnold Schwarzenegger, who hosts and helps plan the event every year, & advocates for the importance of after-school programs.

We would also like to thank John Simonian (Founder of Westime and ASAS Board member), as well as Greg Simonian and the whole Westime team who have all been an incredible force for the good of After-School All-Stars.

⭐️ The impact made on our students and communities is extraordinary, and we appreciate the trust in our work, our people, and the mission we serve.

🙏We cannot extend enough gratitude for every single person who made this impactful night possible!

We are proud to announce the recent launch of our latest academy, URBN Graphic Design Academy!

In collaboration with our partners at URBN, Graphic Design Academy will introduce students to career paths and key principles of graphic design & digital marketing.

At the completion of the seven-week course, five of the students’ garment designs will be manufactured and made available for purchase online!

Graphic Design Academy’s first cohort will run through mid-November and span four ASAS chapters: After-School All-Stars of New York, After-School All-Stars New Jersey, After-School All-Stars Philadelphia & Camden, and After-School All-Stars Washington DC.

We plan to launch a total of three cohorts over the next two years, bringing the curriculum to ASAS chapters across the U.S.

20 years of unwavering service and commitment to the empowerment of under-served youth: Join us in recognizing and honoring our incredible CEO, Ben Paul, who recently celebrated his 20th anniversary with After-School All-Stars!

It's time to become aware of the alarming rate of childhood obesity 🗣️.

Today, we are sharing data from Ohio - an area with active sites. Part of our vision is for our All-Stars which is why we strive to do our part in this fight.💪👊

Join us this September as we shine light on a national issue!

🌟Childhood obesity affects one too many young lives everyday, and it's time we take action together!

This month we will be sharing educational information and resources to help raise awareness and promote healthier lifestyles.

Let's empower our youth to make positive choices and embrace a brighter, healthier future! 💪🥦🏃

National Foodbank Day is here! Get involved, spread awareness, and make a positive impact 🌟. Find the nearest foodbank to YOU here: https://www.feedingamerica.org/find-your-local-foodbank

We are thankful for like-minded partners like URBN who help us ignite passion & inspire creativity in our youth!

🌟We are thrilled to say this summer engagement at our After-School All-Stars Philadelphia & Camden chapter is just the beginning of our new partnership. 🤝

We can’t wait to share what’s in store for our All-Stars! 🌟💙

URBN Community This Summer, we kicked off our new partnership with After-School All-Stars. Folks from our Home Office visited two ASAS Summer Camp sites at Philadelphia Public Schools, in Kensington and South Philly, made possible by our Volunteer Paid Time Off program. We decorated up-cycled picture frames with f...

Today we recognize all youth, especially our All-Stars, who make our work meaningful and rewarding 💙. Let's start a conversation about the amazing things our youth are doing - share your stories and thoughts today! 🌟

Our hearts are with our After-School All-Stars Hawaii family and all those affected by the devastating fires.

We stand by and support our All-Stars as they navigate through these challenges and start the long journey to recovery.

Let's get excited about National Wellness Month! 🤸
It's a great time to start focusing on our health and well-being. We can all benefit from making small changes in our daily lives. Let's come together and be proactive about our health!

We are back after an empowering & reinvigorating week in Orlando, Florida for the first in-person All-Star Leadership University since 2019!

All-Star Leadership University (ASLU) is a Youth Leadership Retreat where we bring together student leaders & mentors from across the nation to 👇
🌟 experience applying their strengths as leaders
💙 build friendships & connections
📈 & make an impact in their community.

🌴Youth Advisory Board students and mentors spent a week at University of Central Florida campus engaging in various educational workshops & activities led by Simon T. Bailey | PLUS ME Project | Marc John Jefferies | Whisps & Youth Advisory Board Mentors with a focus on:
⭐️ advocacy
⭐️ service
⭐️ leadership
⭐️ & youth voice & choice

It was incredibly refreshing to be able to host this retreat in-person and give our All-Star students & staff the opportunity see their impact and leadership as a whole, regardless of their chapter city.

We are beyond grateful for every single person involved who helped make this year's ASLU comeback a success! Special thank you to the Orlando After-School All-Stars chapter for hosting us! 🧡

🌟Wishing our founder, Arnold Schwarzenegger, a very happy birthday and many more to come! 🥳

We are forever thankful for your continued advocacy of our work and mission.