As the program expanded to include after-school offerings in interest areas beyond the arts, it officially became the nonprofit After School Matters in 2000. Working with both independent instructors and community-based organizations, ASM now offers more than 24,000 program opportunities each year, at 338 sites across the city.
Since our founding, teens have earned a financial stipend for taking part in their program, helping to lower potential barriers to participation and teaching them the value of their time. Our instructors are professionals in their respective fields, giving the teens hands-on learning and providing important mentorship.
With programs in the arts, communications and leadership, sports, and STEM, there is something for everyone at ASM.
It’s our 35th Anniversary! Join us as we celebrate our past, amplify our present, and envision our future. For 35 years, we’ve remained focused on preparing Chicago teens for their bright futures – because this is what matters.
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