Bakersfield Police Activities League

Contact Person: Sgt. Scott Faulkenberry, Executive Director
Address: 301 E. 4th Street, Bakersfield, CA 93307
Phone: (661) 283-8880
FAX: (661) 283-8878
Email: sfaulken@bakersfieldpd.us
Web Site: http://www.bakersfieldpal.org

Description of Organization:
Bakersfield Police Activities League (BPAL) is a non-profit 501 (C) (3) charitable organization that was formed in 1994 by Police officers and concerned citizens. It is one of the Bakersfield Police Department’s approaches to juvenile delinquency prevention. BPAL’s goal is to benefit youth by teaching them skills and giving them opportunities that might not normally be available. BPAL targets at risk youth in high crime neighborhoods. Through BPAL’s quality programs in education, athletics, and social development, we strive to teach children to become successful, responsible, and caring individuals. The success of BPAL is achieved through the hard work and dedication of the many who give their time and resources. BPAL’s mission is:

  • To provide quality activities for the youth of our community
  • To provide local youth with focus and direction, helping them become responsible citizens
  • To establish positive relationships between youth, police and the community

Literacy Programs:

  • Tutoring
  • Access to computer lab facilities (after schoolwork has been completed)

Program Specifics:

  • Target population: Children and youth ages 8-17 (grades 3-12)
  • Days of operation: Monday - Thursday
  • Hours of operation: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
  • Target Communities: Greater Bakersfield

How Results are Measured:

• Attendance and comparison of grade report cards

Estimated numbers served:

  • 60 students per day

Other notes of interest:

  • Program seeks volunteers and donations

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