About Jax PAL

The Police Athletic League of Jacksonville (JaxPAL) is a 501(c)(3) youth-serving nonprofit that enriches the lives of children by creating positive relationships between law enforcement officers and the youth of our community through education, athletic, outreach, and teen leadership programs.

Our work to build positive relationships between police officers and kids— through our collaborative partnership with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office— sets us apart from other youth-serving organizations in our community. These relationships are transformational for both the officers and the kids who participate in our programs, giving our community and our kids the opportunity to grow stronger together. 

our work in crime prevention

With the commitment and dedication of the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, we are working to prevent crime by providing kids with the tools and support they need to break the cycle of violence and thrive. By providing opportunities to build positive relationships with officers, we give kids the best chance for their brightest futures. 

Our Programs

Education
With STEAM-based learning, academic instruction, character building, mental health counseling, and nutritious food, our Afterschool and Summer Camp programs are equipped to help kids thrive.
Athletics
Our Athletics program is about more than just sports. Through our youth sports leagues our youth athletes learn valuable life lessons like teamwork, perseverance, and determination.
Teen Leadership
From job training experience to community service, leadership workshops to professional skill building, our JaxPAL Teen Leadership Program ensures that teens have the necessary tools to be Leaders for Life.
Outreach
Outreach is the cornerstone of our mission. Our outreach initiatives bring our mission out into the community where our officers change the lives of kids by building positive relationships and trust.
JOIN OUR TEAM

We are always looking for hardworking, dedicated, mission-driven individuals to join our team. If you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of youth, please explore our current job or volunteer opportunities. 

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