Melbourne PAL is a charter member of the National Association of Police Athletic Leagues, recognized as the largest juvenile crime prevention program in the nation. •The Greater Melbourne Police Athletic League, Inc. (PAL) is a registered non-profit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to providing educational and athletic activities for youth. •A Board of Directors governs Melbourne PAL. These volunteer board members are community leaders that contribute their time and talent to ensure positive programming is made available to our youth. •Our Executive Director manages daily operations and coordinates all programs. •Approximately 550 kids register and participate in one or more of Melbourne PAL programs every year

Our Mission
To enhance our communities and empower our youth by building teamwork through educational enrichment programs and youth sports activities. These enrichment programs will develop reading, math and science skills, as well as a youth support groups that include both parents and local mentors.  These programs will also focus on developing leadership skills, improve communication skills, and teach youth to respect others.

Our Concepts/ Values

Teamwork: We know that the best ideas and results are created when we work together. Therefore, we embrace working together;  and we support each other; •Education: We understand that education fuels our youth growth. We will provide educational enrichment programs that will encourage our youth in reading, math and science. •Integrity: We encourage our youth to be honest and respect authority and to never compromise the trust placed in them. This includes complying with all rules governing our initiatives, never participating in bullying activities, and being good citizens in the communities where they live.