The Police Athletic League of Jacksonville (JaxPAL) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization in collaboration with the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office that provides educational, athletic and leadership programs to more than 2,200 children annually, ages 5 to 18, in the Jacksonville community. JaxPAL’s programs are designed to deter delinquent behavior by helping children build positive relationships with law enforcement officers and the opportunity to learn, make friends and build confidence. Mission: Through educational, athletic and leadership programs, the Police Athletic League of Jacksonville enriches the lives of children by creating positive relationships between law enforcement officers and the youth of our community. "PAL Today...Leader for Life"