After School Matters is a nonprofit organization that provides after-school and summer programs for Chicago teenagers. The organization was founded in 2000 by former Chicago First Lady Maggie Daley and has since served more than 200,000 students. After School Matters offers programs in the arts, communications, science, sports, and technology, and partners with more than 500 schools, parks, and community organizations throughout the city. The organization's mission is to provide Chicago teens with opportunities to explore and develop their talents, while gaining critical skills for college, career, and life.