Join a community that turns passion into progress.
The Champions Society unites members committed to empowering students and shaping brighter futures.
The Champions Society
is a dynamic community of dedicated supporters united by a shared vision: to ensure that all students have access to opportunity, mentorship, and success beyond the classroom. As members of the Champions Society, individuals will help advance the mission of After-School All-Stars through meaningful engagement, leadership, and philanthropic support.
- ★ $5,000 annual tax-deductible donation
- ★ Forge connections with prospective donors, partners and supporters who will advance our mission
- ★Members of the Champions Society will gather approximately four times per year for curated, informal experiences designed to connect a small circle of leaders who support After-School All-Stars. One gathering will include a brief “State of the Union” from CEO Ben Paul and a conversation with guest experts across sports, entertainment, AI, education, and venture capital.
- ★ Collectively we will raise $250,000 per year in flexible, unrestricted funds to enhance After-School All-Stars program quality, sustainability, and national reach
Champions Debut
Recently, Champions Society members gathered for the first official event at the LA Kings x After-School All-Stars Title Night. Supporters joined us in a private suite at Crypto.com Arena to celebrate the growing Champions community while cheering on the Kings alongside ASAS students and partners.
This gathering marked the beginning of what will become a regular opportunity for Champions members to connect, engage with the mission, and experience the impact of ASAS firsthand.
Founding Members
Brett Brewer
Co-Founder & Managing Director, Crosscut Ventures
Omar Johnson
Founder & CEO, ØPUS United
Diana Ovsepian
Partner, Sidley Austin LLP
Karen Farrington
Vice President & Founder, Matura Farrington Staffing Services
Stuart Vetterick
Broker Associate, Westside Estate Agency
Keith Del Prete
Partner, Sidley Austin LLP
Gregg Fisch
Labor & Employment Partner, Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP
Elizabeth Braiman
Head of Portfolio Value Creation, Main Street Advisors
Thomas Leikam
Senior Business Development Manager, Amazon
Gregory Siff
Artist & Designer
Clifford Rooke
Relationship Manager, Texas Capital Bank
Recent Gatherings
Voices of the Champions Society
“After joining multiple events and seeing children share their stories about how ASAS impacted their futures, it gave me irrefutable confidence that this is an organization I want to support. The Champions Society in particular seemed like a fantastic option to drive the mission of After-School All-Stars and become part of a likeminded community.”
“After working alongside the After-School All-Stars Team for years and seeing the difference they make, I wanted to be directly part of the organization and contribute to the work they do. We’re also at a moment where screens have taken over and kids can feel really disconnected. Programs like ASAS give them real community and a reason to show up. I want every kid to feel like they have that kind of a place to go.”
“I have been involved with many different programs, but this feels like one that will truly affect and change lives while elevating the smiles of everyone involved. After-School All-Stars has built such an incredible framework across the country, and I would love to share my gift with it.”
“It is critical to provide children with a place to hang out, be creative, and experience things outside of the classroom that is safe and welcoming, especially when family members are working. After-School All-Stars has a demonstrated track record of providing that safe environment. ASAS provides guidance and nourishment to growing minds. There are few other organizations that take on this challenge so directly. After-School All-Stars is the best.”
