Our Mission
To create a safe environment where law enforcement and community partners empower young people to reach their full potential through athletics, mentoring, and enrichment programs.
our Goals
What we hope to accomplish
Improved health outcomes and emotional well being of youth participants
Development of strong character
Feelings of self-confidence, self-efficacy and the desire to continue participating in physical activity
Cultivation of transformational relationships (peer to peer, youth to coach, youth to law enforcement)
Our History
The Sheriff PAL program is a 501c3 organization founded by Sheriff Michael J. Bouchard in 2015. Sheriff PAL is a dynamic collaboration between the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office and many other partners throughout the community. Since its inception, Sheriff PAL has impacted the lives of over 6,000 youth in Pontiac and throughout Oakland County by providing sports, enrichment and academic programs at no cost to the family. Sheriff PAL Programs take place across the community at area churches, the United Wholesale Mortgage Sports Complex and pop-up locations throughout the summer.
our Pillars
Character counts.
Optimism
We choose to see challenges as chances to learn.
Empathy
We understand the unique traits and experiences that each of us brings to the team. We are welcoming and kind to all.
Respect
We value our coaches, our teammates, the spaces we play in and the opportunities we are given.
Responsibility
We take ownership of our actions and our attitude
Teamwork
We look out for each other. We play fair. We share success and learn from loss.