Police Athletic League
2001 Recipient

The Oklahoma City Police Athletic League was founded by the Oklahoma City Police Department in 1992 and is staffed by police officers and community volunteers. A member of the National Police Athletic, League, P.A.L. is a recreational oriented juvenile crime prevention program that emphasizes athletics. P.A.L. is based on the belief that children can stay away from negative lifestyle choices like gangs and drugs if offered positive, healthy alternatives.

P.A.L. brings youth under the constructive influence of responsible adults who volunteer their time to be positive role models. P.A.L. works because the people involved really care about the future of our children!!

P.A.L. is a non profit 501(c) (3) organization that gratefully accepts financial gifts and volunteer support. All donations are tax deductible according to the IRS Tax Code and 100% of all money received is used for the children's activities. There are no administrative costs. P.A.L. is overseen by a volunteer community based board of directors.

The P.A.L. Creed
To guide youngsters toward responsible and mature citizenship.
To provide a common platform for growth for police officers, youngsters and citizens.
To encourage the American principle of goodwill, friendship and sportsmanship.

The Four Cornerstones of P.A.L.
Academic Achievement, Cultrual Awareness, Artistic Appreciation and Athletic Activities

For more information or to send donations contact:
Oklahoma City Police Athletic League
701 Colcord Drive
Oklahoma City, OK 73102
405-297-1230
405-297-1447 (fax)