"Our most important resource is
the youth of our Community."

-Bob Binn

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A glimpse of what PAL is about

Since 1997, San Mateo PAL has provided recreational, educational, and leisure activities for free to thousands of San Mateo youth.  Supported by a volunteer Board of Directors and staff consisting of Police Officers, Parks and Recreation Staff, and City Employees, the San Mateo Police Activities League is building a stronger and safer community through kids - our most valuable asset.

PAL Membership

San Mateo PAL provides a variety of supervised recreational, social and educational activities for kids ages 5-18 in and around our community. PAL memberships are FREE.

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PAL Programs

The San Mateo Police Activities League provides a variety of supervised recreational, social and educational activities for kids ages 5-18 in San Mateo and our surrounding community.

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Ways to Donate

We invite you to open your heart and to be the person who makes a positive impact in this community by supporting us in developing our youth into productive citizens.

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News & Updates

Hey Everyone! Just dropping by to remind you that our 5K and Community Wellness Fair in partnership with StarVista is coming up and right now, registration and sponsorships are available!

You can ✨SPONSOR✨ a member of the San Mateo PAL or Star Vista community to participate in 5K ...run/walk. Yes, YOU! 🤗 The sponsor will receive the same benefits as a run/walk participant: a finisher’s pin, event t-shirt, bib, snacks, water stations, and wellness fair admission. This is a tax-deductible gift. How sweet is that!? 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

The event is open to ALL ages and if you register now, you can get a $10 discount off registration. Discount ends on April 8th, and promo codes and sponsorships are located on registration page.

💚 To register or sponsor a Runner/Walker, please visit: https://star-vista.org/mhmatters/

#SanMateoPAL #StarVista
#MentalHealthMatters2023 #BayAreaNonProfit

PAL’s Place is open Tues-Thur from 2-6pm for PAL kids aged 10 and up!

Drop-in and chill with friends, do homework, play games or sports, and spend time getting to know the San Mateo Police Department officers that pop in to say hi! 👮🏽‍♀️👮🏽‍♂️👋

Today, ...officers played Jenga, video games 🎮, and an exciting round of Uno 🃏with the kids who stopped by. Rookie was also there for some pets 🐾.

We’re at Shoreview Rec Center and are looking to be that safe space for our youth.

Building the Bond Between Cops & Kids

☘️ Happy St. Patrick's Day! ☘️

Cutest clover in the patch! Wishing you a lucky day from your friends at San Mateo PAL! 💚🌈🌟 #FeelinLucky #SanMateoPAL #SanMateoNonProfit

Registration is OPEN and sponsorships are available NOW! Join us for our 5K and community event with StarVista on Sunday, May 21st. The event is open to all ages and if you register now, you can get a $10 discount off registration. Discount ends on April 8th so take advantage now! Promo codes and ...sponsorships are located on the registration page. To register, visit this link: https://star-vista.org/mhmatters/

#SanMateoPAL #StarVista #MentalHealthMatters2023 💚

Our annual ✨Lights & Sirens✨ event is happening next month and we are inviting you to be a part of it. On Friday, April 28th we will be hosting a dinner, live and silent auction, along with live performances from our PAL kids. This event will take place at the Cypress Hall of the San Mateo ...Event County Center and will be a night you won't want to miss.

Tickets, tables, and sponsorships are all available NOW! Proceeds from this event will go towards supporting PAL programs and ensuring that our youth have the tools they need to become successful members of the community. To become a sponsor or to purchase tickets, follow this link here: www.fundraiser.support/LightsSirens2023

We hope to see you there! 😁

San Mateo Police Department | The City of San Mateo | City of San Mateo Parks and Recreation

✨Happy International Women's Day!✨

Today is a global day of celebrating the historical, political, and cultural achievements of women. We celebrate by working towards equal educational opportunities, reducing harm or violence against women, and strengthening the voices of the ...female collaborative.

At San Mateo PAL we aim to empower our girls by providing them with opportunities that encourage them to be bold and brave in today's world. We try to offer classes that teach them how to navigate fearlessly through everyday life by promoting independence, creativity, and confidence.

To the amazing women of PAL - thank you for
dedicating your time and hard work to PAL and making sure things run smoothly. We couldn't have done it without you! 💖💐 #SanMateoPAL
#InternationalWomensDay2023 #CityofSanMateo

San Mateo Police Department | City of San Mateo Parks and Recreation | The City of San Mateo

Words can’t even describe how we feel, but this week we received ANOTHER donation to PAL and this time from the Rotary Club of San Mateo !! ♥️

Thank you so much for supporting PAL and for always volunteering your time and efforts at PAL events. Our PAL kids benefit greatly from your ...generosity and we are lucky to have your support.

San Mateo Police Department | City of San Mateo Parks and Recreation | The City of San Mateo

#SanMateoPAL #Grateful #Nonprofit #RotaryClubofSanMateo

Holy moly! We are so fortunate to receive another generous donation made to PAL. This past Monday we graciously accepted a gift from the McDonald's Golden Grants Program who sponsored a portion of our travel costs to an upcoming field trip called Snow Play Day. 🎉😁✨

For many of... our kids, this is their first time going to snow and we are so excited to create these memories with them!! Thank you SO much to our donor for allowing us this special and meaningful opportunity. 💖 This wouldn't be possible without you.

Bonus content: Check out our certified good boy, Rookie, enjoying a pup patty from McDonald's, YUM!

#SanMateoPAL #McDonaldsGoldenGrantsProgram
San Mateo Police Department | City of San Mateo Parks and Recreation | The City of San Mateo

💖✨HAPPY PAL-ENTINE'S DAY!✨💖

All you need is LOVE and a current PAL membership!! 😁 Make sure your memberships are up to date so that you can enroll in our PAL programs and activities. You won't want to miss out - we have some SWEET happenings lined up this season!!!! ...🍭🍬🍫

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Upcoming Fundraising Events

In collaboration with our community partners, PAL strives to create a safer society while promoting the physical, social and psychological development of our youth.

Save the date Golf Tournament 2022 square

24th Annual PAL Golf Tournament

SAVE THE DATE

Friday, October 6, 2023

L&S Invite 2023 - Save the Date

Annual San Mateo PAL Lights & Sirens Dinner

SAVE THE DATE

San Mateo PAL's Annual Lights & Sirens on Friday, April 28, 2023.

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RunWalk Challenge 2021- email-3

5K Run Walk Challenge 2023

Registration is now open for our 5K Run/Walk Challenge for Health and Mental Wellness!

May 21, 2023
Seal Point Park in San Mateo.

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Friends of San Mateo PAL

For the last 20 years, we have relied on a vast network of supporters for priceless guidance and crucial investments in our shared mission of building a safer community, while promoting the physical, social and psychological development of our youth.

"Providing these wonderful opportunities for San Mateo kids, and building their bonds and trust with police officers is the best investment we can make as a community!"

-Carol Conroy

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