After School Matters is a prominent nonprofit organization based in Chicago, dedicated to providing after-school and summer programs for nearly 19,000 high school teens each year. With a legacy of over 30 years, the organization has successfully engaged more than 350,000 teens, making it the largest and most effective provider of such programs in the nation. After School Matters offers a variety of paid apprenticeships in fields such as arts, communications, leadership, sports, and STEM, all designed to help teens develop their talents and acquire essential skills for future success. The organization operates from multiple community locations throughout Chicago and is recognized for its impactful youth development model, which has been replicated in other cities across the country. With an annual budget of approximately $35 million and a dedicated staff of around 500, After School Matters continues to empower the youth of Chicago through quality programming and support.