PALS Program: Many of the children and adolescents at Allendale Association have little or no contact with their families, and our Pals program provides them with the opportunity to develop a trusting, positive, one-on-one relationship with an adult. By spending time regularly with his or her Allendale Pal and serving as a visiting resource, a Volunteer Pal helps develop a young person’s self-esteem and social skills. As a Pal, you have great potential to make a significant impact on the life of a youth in need.