After School Matters

Non-profit OrganizationsIllinois, United States1001-5000 Employees

After School Matters is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization that provides after-school and summer programs for Chicago high school students. Its hands-on, project-based apprenticeships and internships span arts, communications and leadership, sports, and STEM, helping teens explore talents while building work-ready and higher-education skills. The organization relies on a mix of full-time staff and hundreds of part-time instructors and program providers to operate its programs across the city.

Each year, it serves nearly 19,000 teens, centering teen advocacy, partnerships, and skills development, and giving many opportunities to showcase their work. In 2026, the organization announced a youth programming partnership with the Obama Foundation, reflecting collaboration with major community partners.

Sign up for free to view info

Email Format Employee directory