Police Athletic Leagues
This grant provides $7.5 million to support and expand a youth mentorship and athletic program in Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Flint, aimed at preventing juvenile crime and promoting positive development through sports and education.
Description
This grant supports the existing Police Athletic League (PAL) in Detroit, aiming to prevent juvenile crime and violence through mentorship, service, athletics, recreational enrichment, and educational opportunities. A total of $7,500,000 is allocated to not only sustain the Detroit PAL but also to expand the program into the Grand Rapids and Flint areas. The expansion plans include discussions with Detroit PAL program staff and agencies in the intended areas to finalize the scope and implementation strategies.