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About Us
| Since 1992 After-School All-Stars has been dedicated to raising funds to provide at-risk youth with enriching after-school programs. Founded by Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, After-School All-Stars is one of the largest national organizations that provides comprehensive programming to middle school children in twelve cities across the country. Through donated funds ASAS has had the opportunity to offer engaging activities to 81,000 kids annually. The programs are designed to improve the participants' lives by nurturing their minds, bodies, and spirits through incorporating academic support, enrichment, and health and physical fitness. ASAS, a 501 (C) 3 organization, strives to offer a place to keep children safe and help them achieve in school and in life. We focus on providing today's at-risk youth with after-school opportunities to keep them safe during the high-risk hours of 3 to 6pm, when they are more likely to drink alcohol, smoke cigarettes and engage in sexual activity. With the help of donated dollars, After-School All-Stars aims to give kids a chance to reach their full potential academically, socially and in school. During the 2009 NBA season, ASAS launched its Hoop Heroes program to raise funds to help bring programs to more children across the country. In the first year of the program six NBA players joined the program and pledged to donate based on points, rebounds or assists. Participating players have the chance to interact with the inter-city youth in their community, while contributing to the funding of after-school programming to existing and additional cities. Many of the athletes grew up under circumstances similar to what inner-city youth face today. They are passionate about helping to positively influence these children and help provide experiences that they might not otherwise be exposed to. Athletes and donors alike will have the chance to greatly impact their communities by participating in this once in a lifetime opportunity. We are always looking for more players and sponsors to make this program a success. To learn more about how to join the Hoop Heroes, contact us today! |
