Nashua PAL (Police Athletic League)

Nashua PAL builds thriving, bright, & healthy futures for 2,000+ youth in Greater Nashua!

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Accelerate success for youth, and the Giaquinto Family has committed to doubling your donations up to $5,000!

PAL's Accelerating Success program focuses on eliminating barriers and improving access to education for youth and families. This program makes an impact by...

• Replacing a child's broken glasses 


• Purchasing new shoes for a child 


• Helping a grandmother buy her grandson a bed when he comes to live with her -


• And so much more!

A few examples of how the Accelerating Success Program has helped youth already....

• Several batches of clothing, winter boots, coats, etc. for PAL youth in need.


• A monthly bus pass for an older PAL youth member to get to work so she can support her siblings.


• A car repair for a single mom (community member that was referred to us by another agency)


• School supplies, groceries, and grocery gift cards for 3 struggling families (one with 8 children)


• Diapers and formula for 2 young families with new babies

Your contribution will make an impact, whether you donate $5 or $500. Every little bit helps. Thank you for your support!

Who We Are

Nashua PAL's Mission: To create a positive attitude between the children of Nashua and the members of the Police Department through PAL sponsored sports, enrichment, recreation, and education activities. 

Why Nashua PAL Exists:

In 2011, a Nashua PAL staff member saw two young girls walking alone in a neighborhood known for drugs and violence. Maria, 7 years old, said she was taking her 5-year-old sister for a walk because no one was home. Soon after, Maria joined the Nashua PAL Youth Safe Haven where she has blossomed into a responsible, outgoing, 16-year-old young woman.
 
Maria plays mother for her multiple siblings at home. However, each day at PAL provides Maria with a focused hour to complete homework with mentoring. After homework and a snack, we keep her engaged and learning with classes: like nutritious cooking, hip hop dance, art, and more. Maria takes on leadership roles in activities like PAL Bingo. Maria is safe and engaged, and knows that we care about helping her reach her goals.
 
Unfortunately, Maria’s story is not uncommon for the youth we serve. The Youth Safe Haven is located in an area known as the “Tree Streets” of Nashua, where 20% of our city's felony assaults and opioid overdoses occur within a half mile of the center.
 
We see between 350-450 youth in a year in our NO COST after school and summer program. Membership reports show that 96% of our members live below the median income level of Nashua. Youth between ages 7-18 earn their place at the PAL Youth Safe Haven by making positive choices at the center and in the community. They are rewarded with educational classes, entertainment, and field trips that broaden their horizons.
 
Nashua PAL works in collaboration with the Nashua Police Department, but is not funded by them. We are funded through the generous donations of community members and organizations like yourself.
 
We believe every kid deserves a chance - Every Kid Deserves A PAL!