Who We Are
We are a comprehensive after-school program serving kids with the greatest needs and fewest resources. Founded in 2002 by Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, After-School All-Stars, Los Angeles (ASAS-LA) is the premier K-12 program for schools throughout Los Angeles County and the Lucerne Valley. We partner with numerous national and local organizations to provide high-quality free programs to the students we serve.
Our Mission
The mission of ASAS-LA is to educate, enlighten and inspire youth to succeed in school and in life.
Our Vision
All-Stars will be empowered to reach their full potential.
ABOUT US
After-School All-Stars, Los Angeles (ASAS-LA) is a premiere school-based expanded learning program provider, serving students with the greatest needs and fewest resources throughout Los Angeles County and Lucerne Valley. ASAS-LA operates in 71 (K-12) public and charter school locations as an independent 501(c3), offering its programs to more than 25,000 students per year. Participating schools include 32 middle schools, 20 high schools, 16 elementary schools and 2 K-12 Schools.
About Us / Programs
We are a comprehensive after-school program serving kids with the greatest needs and fewest resources. Founded in 2002 by Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, After-School All-Stars, Los Angeles (ASAS-LA) is the premier K-12 program for schools throughout Los Angeles County and the Lucerne Valley. We partner with numerous national and local organizations to provide high-quality free programs to the students we serve.
93% of California parents are satisfied with their child’s afterschool program.
Afterschool programs support working families
California parents agree
that afterschool programs are:
Helping working parents keep their jobs (84%)
Providing working parent peace of mind knowing that their children are safe (84%)
HELP US INVEST IN BRIGHT FUTURES
ASAS-LA School Site
Statistics
71
K-12 Schools
25,000
Students Annually
6,500
Students Daily
87%
Qualify For Free And Reduced-Cost Meals
98%
Youth Of Color
93%
of each $1 raised goes to our student–centered programming
Our Four Pillars
ASAS-LA takes a holistic approach to extended-day learning and structures our programs around Four Pillars
Academics & Homework Support
Provides students with assistance in their academic work from homework to class projects, particularly in core subjects such as math and English, and supplements the overall curriculum of their regular school day through enhanced complimentary learning.
Health, Fitness & Nutrition
Focuses on a diverse array of structured activities relating to physical and nutritional health that teach students the importance of having well balanced diets, daily exercise and play, healthy living, leadership, and community service.
Visual & Performing Arts
Provides students with unique and experiential opportunities to explore multiple aspects of the arts, to develop and enhance their visual and performance talents through activities like dance and painting, and to build their social, creative, and emotional skills.
Youth Leadership & Community Service Learning
Educates students on the practical definition of leadership, its roles and applications, and the process of identifying and electing leaders for the betterment of schools and communities, and meeting real needs of their peers, families and neighborhoods.
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One Person Can Make A Huge Difference!
We help students identify their individual passions early on in their academic careers and fuel their interests with enriching and complementary after-school programs. By giving kids a safe and healthy environment to explore and play, we increase their likelihood to graduate high school, go on to college, find fulfilling careers, and give back to their communities.
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Congratulations to @hlafarga, on being installed as the new School Board President for the El Rancho Unified School District! Our CEO, Hector, is a true champion for education and our youth, and a tremendous supporter of our ASAS-LA family. We’re grateful for his leadership and commitment to staff, students, and the community.
Big shoutout to our amazing partners at KPMG and AvalonBay for bringing so much joy to our students at Extera Breed Street Elementary School! 🎉📚✨
KPMG volunteers spent the day reading with students, leading interactive activities, donating 400 books, and surprising the kids with fun light-up necklaces! 💡📖
AvalonBay added to the early holiday magic by gifting a brand-new toy to every student. 🎁❤️
Thank you for making this day unforgettable for our kids! @avalonbaycommunities @kpmgus
Excited to introduce our New Board Member, Eric Ostgarden, MBA, VP of Operations at AvalonBay Communities! 👏
Eric leads a portfolio of 32 communities and nearly 11,000 apartment homes across LA and Ventura, driving innovation, digital transformation, and exceptional resident and associate experiences. He’s known for his people-first leadership and commitment to talent development and competitive strategy.
As National Co-Leader of APAX, Eric helps advance DEI across AvalonBay, and his work with the Very Asian Foundation highlights his passion for community impact. Outside of work, he’s a proud girl dad to Keira and Kenna and husband to Kristine. ❤️
AvalonBay has been one of our longest-standing corporate supporters, and Eric plans to elevate their involvement.
Welcome, Eric, to the All-Stars Family!
#Leadership #DEI #Multifamily #AvalonBay #OperationsExcellence
🏉 All-Stars showed OUT at the 2025 Rugby LA Fall Classic!
With 14 schools, 16 ASAS-LA teams, 150 athletes, and 45 total teams (including 2 from Tijuana 🇲🇽), our students made this tournament unforgettable.
🏆 Winners: Short ES (1st), Potrero Heights ES (3rd), Suva MS (3rd) ATC HS / Teach HS (2nd)
🌟 MVPs: DVS ES, Merkin MS, ATC HS
Proud of our athletes, coaches, and community! 💪✨ #ASASLA #Rugby #FallClassic
There’s still time to give, and every donation is matched dollar for dollar while matching funds remain. Your impact doubles — helping us keep the lights on for thousands of students across Los Angeles.
Let’s finish the year strong, together. 💛
Donate via the link in our bio.
Thank you for showing up for our All-Stars this Giving Tuesday! 💙✨
There’s still time to make a difference! Every gift is being matched, and our campaign runs until the 31st.
Double your impact by donating through the link in our bio. 💛
#GivingTuesday #ThankYou #AfterSchoolAllStarsLA
✨ It’s Giving Tuesday! ✨
Today, your generosity goes twice as far and Dominique is here to tell you why! 💛🎥
From cooking to crocheting and to leadership, your support helps keep doors open and opportunities growing for students across Los Angeles.
🌟 Let’s show up for our students. Let’s light up their future.
Donate today — see the link in our bio!
#GivingTuesday #LightUpLA #AfterSchoolAllStarsLA #SupportOurYouth #DoubleYourImpact
Wishing everyone a safe, joyful, and restful holiday!
#ThankfulForOurAllStars #SeasonOfGratitude #AllStarsLA
