Boston Police Activities League Inc is located in Dorchester, MA. The organization was established in 1986. According to its NTEE Classification (O20) the organization is classified as: Youth Centers & Clubs, under the broad grouping of Youth Development and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Boston Police Activities League Inc employed 2 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Boston Police Activities League Inc is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2023, Boston Police Activities League Inc generated $569.3k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 12.8% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $614.4k during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 2.2% per year over the past 7 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
PAL OF MASSACHSUETTS SEEKS TO FOSTER A CULTURE OF TRUST AND RESPECT BETWEEN THE COMMUNITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT THROUGH PROGRAMS THAT PROMOTE CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT, IMPROVE EDUCATIONAL OUTCOMES, AND REDUCE CRIME.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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PAL SUPPORTS A BROAD ARRAY OF PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES THAT CREATE THE OPPORTUNITY FOR THE COMMUNITY, CHILDREN/YOUTH AND LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS TO INTERACT IN A POSITIVE AND CONSTRUCTIVE MANNER.THIS ENGAGEMENT CULTIVATES RELATIONSHIPS BASED ON TRUST AND RESPECT WITH THE ULTIMATE GOAL OF CREATING A SAFE ENVIRONMENT THAT AFFORDS ALL CITIZENRY THE OPPORTUNITY TO FLOURISH. BOSTON PAL'S FEATURED PROGRAMS IN 2023 ARE G.R.O.W. (GIRLS REFLECTING OUR WORLD), MASS STATE POLICE T.E.A.M. UBL BASKETBALL LEAGUE, PAL/BPD HOCKEY PROGRAM-EAST BOSTON, AND SHOP WITH A COP/HEROES & HELPERS. ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: 1) YOUTH DEVELOPMENT, EMPOWERMENT AND LEADERSHIP, 2) EMPLOYMENT SKILLS AND CAREER PATHS, 3) GIRL'S SELF-ESTEEM, SOCIAL SKILLS, SAFETY AND EMPOWERMENT, 4) TRAUMA RECOVERY AND YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS, 5) DISTRICT SPORTS, 6) COMMUNITY EVENTS AND 6) SENIOR ACTIVITIES
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Karen O'sullivan Executive Di | Officer | 40 | $183,750 |
Charles E Batchelder Board Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Tim Brett Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Jay Calnan Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Peter Carbone Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Greg Clark Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $152,444 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $48,803 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $408,562 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $609,809 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$46,152 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $569,258 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $111,657 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $192,464 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $67,362 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $61,749 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $601 |
| Payroll taxes | $18,427 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $14,368 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $59,109 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $23,586 |
| Information technology | $891 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $99,380 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $1,912 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $614,361 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $166,662 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $4,750 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $171,412 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $11,379 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $11,379 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $87,423 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $72,610 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $171,412 |
Over the last fiscal year, Boston Police Activities League Inc has awarded $31,000 in support to 4 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
FOUNDATION FOR BOSTON CENTERS FOR YOUTH & FAMILIES INC PURPOSE: ASSIST IN EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT. | $5,000 |
CAPE VERDEAN COMMUNITY UNIDO INC PURPOSE: SUPPORT THE CAPE VERDEAN COMMUNITY PROGRAMS | $15,000 |
CATHOLIC CHARITABLE BUREAU OF THE ARCHDIOCESE OF BOSTON INC PURPOSE: SUPPORT FAMILIES WITH EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND BASIC NEEDS | $5,500 |
BOSTON POLICE DEPARTMENT COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICE (DISTRICT E-13) PURPOSE: COMMUNITY SUPPORT | $5,500 |