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In 1940, under the direction of Nassau
County's first Police Commissioner Abraham Skidmore,
the Nassau County Police Boys Club
was formed. Since that time there have been several
changes including changing the name of the organization
in 1987 to the Nassau County Police Activity
League (NCPAL). While the name may
have changed, the mission of the organization remains
the same today as it was back in 1940. Our mission is
to prevent juvenile delinquency and aid in development
of good citizenship through positive interaction of
youths and police officers.
The NCPAL is a tax-exempt,
not-for-profit organization that is operated by an executive
board, a board of trustees, and with the tireless help
of hundreds of volunteers. Presently there are thirty
(30) units, which cover over forty (40)
different communities. The Nassau County Police
Department provides officers to oversee these
units and to interact with the youths of these communities.
Activities that are offered include sports, crafts,
educational, and other programs. These activities vary
from unit to unit and are based on the local community
is needs and interests.
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