To the Editor:
For over 60 years, the officers of the Alexandria Police Department have worked tirelessly to reach the children in the city by creating and maintaining the Alexandria Police Youth Camp (APYC). The APYC is a non-profit organization consisting of Alexandria Police Officers, who are committed to making sure that each child has an opportunity to build character, learn team work, and develop self-confidence.
Providing a summer getaway for Alexandria’s children comes at a cost. Officers hold several fundraisers throughout the year, including a Christmas tree sale and golf tournament, to make sure that no child misses the opportunity to attend camp due to financial restrictions.
Each child deserves this chance and Alexandria officers give their time to make sure it happens.
We are blessed to have leaders in the community who recognize this need for our youth and provide us the support to keep reaching the children. I would like to take a moment to thank them: Washington Gas, IVAKOTA Association, Virginia Probation and Parole Association, Optimist Club of Alexandria, Grace Episcopal Church, Saint Rita Parish, St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Alexandria Sheriffs Association, Alexandria Retired Police, Fire and Sheriff Association, Edward Kengla Foundation and Southside 815 Restaurant.
In 2005, the APYC partnered with the YMCA which brought more experience and outreach to our program. We are excited about our past, but even more about our future. We hope you will join us. Visit www.AlexPYC.org for more information.