LAPD
West Valley
Police
Activity League Supporters
Serving the communities of Tarzana, Encino, and
Reseda
PALS is
a non-profit 501(c)3, volunteer charitable organization operating since 1973 with the Los Angeles Police Department, helping
youth at risk by creating a positive bond between police officers and the youth of our community. Our many volunteers
and Police Officers provide over 1,800 hours of service yearly.
The PALS program promotes trust and understanding between young people and police
officers by bringing youth under the supervision and constructive influence of dedicated law enforcement professionals.
PALS Purpose . . . is to provide a safe environment after school for our youth ages 7 to 17.
We compete for
the attention and loyalty of our youth with the negatives on the street. We provide the opportuity of a healthier, more
productive life by teaching respect, positive behavior, discipline, and understanding. Whether it is a latch-key situation
or antisocial activity, our officers and dedicated volunteers work directly with these young people, helping them become healthy,
productive citizens in our society. Studies have shown that if a young person respects a police officer on the ball
field or in the gym, he or she will likely come to respect the laws that police officers enforce. Such respect is beneficial
to the young person, the police officers, the neighborhood, and the business community.
