Jersey City Police Activity League brings the holidays to local youth in sponsored shopping spree
JERSEY CITY, New Jersey (WABC) — On Wednesday, the Jersey City Police Activity League hosted 50 local children for a holiday shopping spree.
‘Shop with a PAL’ was sponsored by KidCity, who donated $200 for each child to spend on holiday items and toys.
The event was a part of the organization’s ‘PAL Cember to Remember’ initiative, providing Jersey City children with holiday experiences and celebrations throughout December.
The non-profit has been in the community since 1977, pioneering efforts to safeguard and care for Jersey City’s youth.
The organization’s broad contributions serve almost 200 kids each week.
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