ABOUT US
The Danbury Police Activities League better known as "The PAL," is a non-profit volunteer-driven organization that serves youth throughout the Greater Danbury area by providing a wide range of programs and services to meet their mentoring, athletic and recreational needs.
We accomplish this mission through our 18 youth programs that run year-round. PAL was founded in 1964 with the goal of providing children a safe and healthy alternative to drugs, violence and crime. The Danbury PAL serves over 900 area families with over 4,000 in total participants of boys and girls ranging from 5-18 years of age. In addition, over 15,000 people use the PAL center for various community, organizational and private events.

The PAL Center located across from Candlewood Town Park on Hayestown Road was built in 1997. It is an independently run facility governed by a Board of Directors under a 501C3 nonprofit charter. PAL's day to day operations and programs are supported through the philanthropic support of our community, the dedicated work of many volunteers, and with generous support from the City of Danbury.
Our Mission
To offer a wide-range of programs and services that meet the mentoring, athletic and recreational needs of children in the Greater Danbury community.
The Danbury Police Activities League (PAL) is a non-profit volunteer driven organization that serves children ages 5-18 throughout the Greater Danbury area. We are one of the largest providers of youth activities, running 18 different programs including youth open gym, basketball, softball, swim, cheer, field hockey, dodgeball, wrestling, summer program, and various other programs. We continue to add additional programming each year in an attempt to help fill gaps in the community.
our story
PAL was founded in 1964 with the goal of providing children a safe and healthy alternative to drugs, violence, and crime. With that goal in mind, we offer a variety of youth development programs for boys and girls of all ages. We also have several different affiliate programs that are run under the PAL name. The PAL Center, built in 1997, is an independently run facility that houses some but not all of PAL programs. Although Danbury PAL receives generous support from the City of Danbury, it is independently run and governed by a Board of Directors. Much of Danbury PAL's day to day operations and programs are possible through the philanthropic support of our community and the dedicated work of many volunteers.
Ways to Give
There are many ways to support PAL, whether through financial donations, equipment contributions, or sponsorships.
Online Donations
Make a secure gift directly through our website.
Mail a Check
Send contributions to the PAL Center at 35 Hayestown Road, Danbury, CT.
Donate Equipment
We accept gently used sports gear, uniforms, and supplies to help kids in need. Contact us to arrange a drop-off.
LOOKING TO PARTICIPATE?
Looking to participate in a sport that requires skill, strength, strategic thinking and the desire to play as part of a team? Whichever level you play at, baseball can enhance your life, improving fitness, strength and coordination.
Whether you are looking to play casually in our recreational league or competitively with one of our traveling teams, you'll find our organization to be a great place to learn new skills and meet new friends.
