Mission Statement

Guiding at-risk youth through quality educational and athletic after-school programs to healthy alternatives to drugs, alcohol, gangs, and violence. Providing local youth with focus and direction, helping them become responsible citizens. Establishing positive relationships between youth, police, and the community.
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Kids on bikes
Officer with K9 and two girls
Bakersfield Police Activities League is about cops and kids.  Police officers and other community members volunteer their time as coaches, mentors, role models, and friends to children in our community.
EVENTS
Monday-Thursday

Bakersfield PAL FREE After-School Program

Come and be a part of the Bakersfield Police Activities League FREE After-School Program!
Start Date: August 25th
Hours: 2:00 PM– 5:30 PM Monday-Thursday
Every Thursday

Mobile Clinic

Get healthcare services every Thursday from 3–6 PM at BPAL! Visit our mobile clinic for check-ups, vaccinations, screenings, and more.
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM Every Thursday
1st Tuesday of every month

Mobile Child Support

Our services are now available from our new Mobile Office!
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 1st Tuesday of every month
Every Wednesday

Boys Leadership Program

Free program. Registration is now open. Spaces are limited
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Every Wednesday
Start Date: 10-15-2025
Every Wednesday

Girls Leadership Program

For Girls: 7th-12th Grade
4:30 PM Every Wednesday
Start Date: 10-15-2025
Soft Launch 10-29-25

The Mindful Me Series

Free Program. Hands on activities the help you understand feelings, build confidence, and learn healthy ways to manage emotions.
Weekly Program Begins
11-2-2025
Every Wednesday

Jiu-Jitsu Program

Free program. Ages 6-17
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Every Wednesday
Start Date: 10-15-2025
February 21

Clay Shoot Competition

The 16th Annual Pull for PAL Clay Shoot Competition will be held at the Kern County Gun Club on February 21, 2026.
May 8

Battle of the Badges

The 30th Annual Battle of the Badges will be held on May 8th, 2026 at the Kern County Fairgrounds.