Olympic Champion Lindsey Vonn Joins Forces With Arnold Schwarzenegger on a Million-Dollar Venture Changing Lives

Seven-time Mr. Olympia Arnold Schwarzenegger found success and fame in many professional fields after shifting to The United States Of America. Growing up in poverty, Schwarzenegger knew all about hardships and began giving back to the people and the country that allowed him to fulfill his dreams. About three decades ago, the bodybuilding legend founded a Non-Profit Organization, After-School All-Stars. He aimed to help underprivileged kids with working parents utilize their time after school, meaningfully. Now Olympic gold medalist and alpine skiing legend Lindsey Vonn has joined the multi-million-dollar venture.

The After-School All-Stars and Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Instagram page announced Vonn’s arrival. So how did they welcome the Olympic champion? Let’s find out.

Lindsey Vonn is excited to make a difference

Earlier today, the After-School All-Stars Instagram page announced that the 82-time World Cup winner is joining the non-profit org’s National Board of Directors. “She will begin working alongside ASAS organization leadership to provide strategic support and guidance,” announced the non-profit organization.

After-School All-Stars addressed Vonn as “one of the most decorated American ski racers in history and is widely regarded among the greatest of all time.” They also praised the alpine skiing legend for her other accomplishments, including the work she does through the Lindsey Vonn Foundation. Vonn “supports young women through scholarships, education, and athletics.”

“ASAS is honored to have her on board,” wrote Arnold Schwarzenegger’s organization. The seven-time Mr. Olympia also welcomed Vonn to his cause. The ‘Governator’ quoted Vonn from the March 13 press release. He posted the quotes in his story and tagged the Olympian.

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“I have an even larger opportunity to help children. Joining forces with my dear friend, Arnold Schwarzenegger, I know we will change lives with ASAS,” she said. Lindsey Vonn also posted an Instagram story expressing her excitement about joining the venture. “Can’t wait to help more children with you guys,” Vonn wrote. But how does the non-profit org raise millions?

Arnold Schwarzenegger always has a unique solution

While most non-profit organizations raise money through fundraisers, the bodybuilding legend’s fundraisers are always unique. Recently, the Hollywood icon personally trained a man who donated over $100,000 to ASAS.

He has even organized events where people have donated money to see the Terminator actor crush cars with his tank. Currently, Schwarzenegger’s after-school program benefits around 100,000 students at 60 locations. ASAS is also expanding. Last year Schwarzenegger raised $5.2 million through donations and charity events.

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For over three decades, After-School All-Stars has grown. Now with Lindsey Vonn on board, the growth might happen even faster.