ASAP is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.  Our programming relies upon individual charitable contributions and grants from foundations, corporations and governmental entities.  ASAP program participants are asked to pay a $5 enrollment fee to demonstrate their commitment to the program, its values and expectations, but all other participation costs are paid by the organization.

ASAP strives to maintain low overhead.  Core programming is administered by part-time staff, and approved instructors receive a modest honorarium for their services.  Contributions are directed toward supplies, space, transportation and direct delivery of services to participating children.

ASAP serves about 50 children per session, many of them supported by the generosity of individual sponsors.  All donations to ASAP are tax deductible to the full extent of the law.

Donations

Your contribution to ASAP can make a substantial difference in the life of an at-risk child.

• $35 can underwrite one-way bus transportation for the children, between their school and ASAP, on one program day
• $50 can provide healthy snacks for the students on one program day
• $100 can sponsor one student’s full participation in one session
• $350 can underwrite the closing reception for the kids and their families
• $500 can hire one artist to lead one studio
• $1,000 can help keep kids safe by covering appropriate insurance and quality child safety training for all program staff for one session

Contribute Online

You can contribute to ASAP via credit card for a quick and secure transaction through PayPal using the link provided on the left side of every page in our site.

Contribute by Check

Contributions by check can be sent to:

After School Arts Program
600 Sixth Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50309

Materials or services

In addition to volunteering and making a cash donation, another way to get involved with ASAP is to donate much-needed goods.  The following items are especially needed:

• Hand Sanitizer
• Disinfecting Wipes
• Facial Tissues
• Paper Towels
• Small Disposable Plates
• Disposable Cups
• Plastic Table Covers or Lightweight Sheet Plastic
• Healthy Snacks for 50 Children Per Day

If your organization or business is interested in opportunities to contribute in-kind services to ASAP, please contact Michelle Bolton King at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 515-770-3380.