SFPAL – Building community by organizing youth sports and healthy activities.

SFPAL builds Community by organizing
Youth Sports and Healthy Activities

We develop personal character and foster positive relationships
among police officers, youth, and dedicated volunteers.

SFPAL is a 501(c)(3) Not for Profit Organization, Tax ID# 94-6106198

About Us

Since 1959, thousands of San Francisco youth have participated in PAL activities – kids on every block and every zip code have benefited from the dedication of volunteer adult mentors and role models. From a meager beginning and a handful of kids, SFPAL currently serves almost 1,200 youth annually with the help of over 100 civilians, police volunteer coaches, and mentors through a variety of sports and leadership activities. While many of our volunteers are parent coaches, a significant portion of our volunteers are PAL Alumni themselves who benefited from the program in their youth and choose to give back to the youth in their community with their time, energy, and commitment. Read More…

Programs

SFPAL 49ers Prep Flag Football

Our 49ers PREP flag football, is brought to us by the San Francisco 49ers Foundation and in partnership with the San Francisco Recreation and Park’s Department.

Free Spring

SFPAL 49ers Football

Football is available for boys and girls ages 7-12. While registration begins in April, the season does not officially start until August 1st. The program is partnered with the San Francisco 49ers and associated with Peninsula Pop Warner and Pop Warner Nationals.

Free Spring

SFPAL 49ers Cheerleading

Cheer and Dance are available for girls and boys ages 5-11. While registration begins in April, the season does not officially start until August 1st. The program is partnered with the San Francisco 49ers and associated with Peninsula Pop Warner and Pop Warner Nationals.

Free Spring

Girls Basketball

Our Girls Basketball program, in partnership with the Academy of Art University, focuses on teaching kids the fundamentals of basketball in a safe and structured environment.

Free Spring

Boys Basketball

Our newest program, Boys Basketball, in partnership with the Academy of Art University focuses on teaching kids the fundamentals of basketball in a safe and structured environment.

Free Fall

Law Enforcement Cadets

The Law Enforcement Cadet Program is a collaborative effort of SFPAL and the San Francisco Police Department (SFPD). Since 1959 the PAL Cadet Program has provided opportunities for growth, leadership, and career experiences for thousands of San Francisco youth

450 $ Summer

Jiu jitsu

Jiu Jitsu is a contact and physical sport. Throwing and joint locks are all part of the sport. While under the instructor’s guidance, youngsters advance in belt degree as they master the techniques of Jiu jitsu.

FREE Ongoing

Sgt. Herbert Lee Fishing

A special Thanks to the Fisherman’s Wharf Merchants Association, Wipe Out Bar & Grill, Alcatraz Cruises LLC., Pier 39, Blue & Gold Fleet, and the Port of San Francisco for sponsoring the SFPAL Fishing Program. With their support, we were …

FREE Spring

Chess

A special Thanks to the Archdiocese of San Francisco for sponsoring the SFPAL Chess Program. With their support, we were able to provide another free program to our San Francisco youth.

FREE Ongoing

Art

A special Thank you to the Academy of Art University for sponsoring our new art program. With their support we were able to provide another program, teaching kids the elements of design and principles of art.

FREE Spring/ Winter

CrossFit

A special Thank you to CrossFit Potrero Hill for sponsoring our new CrossFit program. With their support we were able to provide another program, teaching kids the CrossFit methodology of health and fitness.

FREE Spring/ Winter

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SFPAL builds Community by organizing
Youth Sports and Healthy Activities

SFPAL is a 501(c)(3) Not for Profit Organization, Tax ID# 94-6106198

About Us