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Hollywood PAL Programs

Los Angeles · ★ 5.0 (7 reviews)

Hollywood PAL Programs offers free summer day camps for youth in Los Angeles, focusing on recreational activities, educational enrichment, and community enga...

▌ Editor's read The Hollywood PAL Programs website loads successfully and details various youth programs, including summer camps. It is a nonprofit organization, part of the Hollywood Police Activities League, and offers free programs to the community. The site mentions that all staff and volunteers undergo background checks to ensure safety. While the specific staff-to-camper ratio is not listed, the focus on safety is clear. The program type is day camp, with activities like sports, arts, and educational workshops. The organization has a strong social media presence with an active Instagram handle @hollywoodpal and a Facebook page 'hollywoodpal'. Google reviews for 'Hollywood PAL' show a rating of 4.8 stars from 20 reviews, with positive comments often highlighting the positive impact on youth and community involvement.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 5–18

Hollywood PAL Programs is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. traditional day camp programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–18
  • Address: 6501 Fountain Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028
  • Cost notes: Hollywood PAL programs are free of charge.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Hollywood PAL Programs

What ages does Hollywood PAL Programs accept?
Hollywood PAL Programs is open to children ages 5–18. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Hollywood PAL Programs cost?
Hollywood PAL Programs doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Hollywood PAL programs are free of charge. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
Who runs Hollywood PAL Programs?
Hollywood PAL Programs is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Hollywood PAL Programs provide lunch?
Hollywood PAL Programs does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Hollywood PAL Programs compare to other traditional day camp camps in Los Angeles?
Hollywood PAL Programs is one of 28 traditional day camp camps in Los Angeles that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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