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The Police Athletic League of Sarasota County was founded in 1988 to help address the explosive needs of our fast growing community by serving young people with innovative programs.
Mission Statement
The PAL mission is to provide a safe environment for children to participate, learn, and achieve while developing positive relationships with other youth, adults, and law enforcement.
History
The Police Athletic League (PAL) was founded in 1910 when a Lieutenant in the New York City Police Department had the insight to establish an interactive program involving law i\enforcement officers and inner-city youth. This innovative program's positive impact on a-=risk young people became the foundation for an organization that was quickly adapted in communities throughout the country.
Sarasota County
The Police Athletic League of Sarasota County, a 501-C3 non-profit organization, is dependent on the financial support of organizations and individuals in our community to carry out our mission. The PAL programs in Sarasota County are:
After School Program - Developing Positive Relationships between Youth and Law Enforcement A major focus for PAL is the critical time between the end of school and parents coming home from work. PAL operates affordable after school programs in easily accessible locations in the county, supervised by the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office.
Street-Wise Parenting - Understanding Our Children and Their World Street-wise parenting educated parents about influences that their children face daily, how to identify adverse behavior and offer potential solutions.
Camp X-R.A.Y.D. - Examine Reality About Your Decisions PAL developed Camp X-RAYD in partnership with Teen Court recognizing the importance of early intervention with at risk youth.
Pony PAL - Building Self-Esteem and Character One of the most popular programs is the after school Pony PAL, the resources of the Sheriff's Office Mounted Patrol Unit are utilized to teach equestrian skills and the responsibilities of caring for horses, building self-esteem and personal character.
The youth of today will be quality leaders of tomorrow with support and guidance. Please consider becoming a part of the PAL mission through a donation or by volunteering.
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PAL Testimonials
"As the executive director of PAL, I support and encourage our community youth to participate in athletic activities. The Half Marathon is a perfect complement to PAL's unique programs and offers an unparalleled opportunity for adults and youth alike to make a personal investment in their health and fitness."
- Sheriff Tom Knight |
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Make sure your calendar is marked for next year's Annual Half Marathon On Palmer Ranch! It will be the third and is set for the Sunday after Thanksgiving! If you do not want to run 13.1 miles, grab a partner and run relay - 6.55 miles each! Registration will be on www.ACTIVE.com
Sunday, November 25, 2012-7:00am
Westfield Sarasota
Square Mall
8201 South Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34238
Contact PAL
Police Athletic League of Sarasota County, Inc.
1950 Landing Boulevard, Suite 102, Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 316-8108 www.SarasotaPAL.org
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