Our mission every day is to spark creativity and connection.
We do this through the restorative power of comedy, storytelling and artistic expression.
More than 650 veterans return home from duty every day.
But there isn’t always a homecoming party waiting for them. Transitioning to civilian life after service is often a challenging and isolating experience for veterans.
ASAP classes combat that isolation. With ASAP, veterans rediscover the bonds of their service and become part of a community with common experiences. Our alumni don’t just gain new skills; they gain confidence, purpose, and community.
1,813
veterans in our
community
93%
plan to take
another class
99%
recommend ASAP to
friends and family
The results are powerful.
Peer-reviewed research demonstrates ASAP participants experience statistically significant improvements in:
Resilience
Confidence & Self-Esteem
Belonging & Social Support
Skill Development & Translation
Self Discovery
Participants also reported feeling:
Their anxiety was normalized
Their voices were heard
They could connect more easily with others
Stephanie Dempsey
Military Spouse
Creative Writing Alum
Clyde Thompson Dempsey
US Navy Veteran
Comedy Bootcamp Alum
Our work matters now more than ever.
Giving back to those who serve our country has and always will matter. But we are in a particularly precarious time right now. From Afghanistan to Ukraine, current events remind us of the sacrifices service members and military families make every day.
No matter how great the challenges veterans and military families face, we know the power that community, art, and humor can have in fostering well-being.
ASAP programming is made possible by
