The Newark Police Department, in partnership with the Newark Police Athletic League (PAL), is proud to announce the launch of the 2025 Trading Card Contest, beginning October 1, 2025.

The contest kicks off with card giveaways at Newark Elementary Schools and K–5 programs, followed by the Trading Card Launch Event on October 4, 2025, at The Grove, Community Green (between WSFS and Raising Cane’s), 100 Grove Lane, Newark, DE 19711.  3:00 pm through 6:00 pm.

At the launch, participants will receive Starter Packs that include police officer trading cards, contest rules, coupons, and more. The Starter Packs will contain randomized cards to encourage interaction and trading among kids in the community.

Some lucky participants may also pull Ultra Rare NPD Chrome 1:1 Cards from their Starter Packs, instantly winning a prize.

Over the 8-week contest period, which concludes on November 23, 2025, participants will be challenged to collect the complete set of police cards. Community events will provide opportunities for contestants to meet officers face-to-face and obtain rare, hard-to-get cards, helping them complete their sets while fostering positive interactions between officers and community members.

Several events will also feature “Officers of the Day,” offering limited opportunities to collect exclusive cards available at specific appearances.  We will post the events on the Newark Police Department’s social media platforms, and they will be listed on the Newark PAL’s website under the “Events” section.

The contest encourages youth and families to engage with officers in a fun and interactive way, helping strengthen the bond between the police department and the community.

This program is about more than trading cards; it’s about building relationships.  Every card represents an opportunity for our officers to connect with young people in a positive and meaningful way.

Contest Prizes

This year’s Grand Prize is a trip to Walt Disney World, valued at $6,000.

Additional prizes include:

• Kalahari Resort-overnight stay
• Great Wolf Lodge-overnight stay
• Trek Bicycles
• PlayStation 5
• Nintendo Switch 2
• And more exciting surprises!

How to Learn More

Complete contest rules and details can be found at:

newarkdepal.org/event/2025-newark-pd-trading-card

Community members are also encouraged to follow the Newark Police Department and Newark PAL on social media for “Officer of the Day” announcements, contest updates, and event highlights.

Special Thanks to Our Sponsors

This program would not be possible without the generous support of our local community partners. Newark Police Department, and Newark PAL want to extend their heartfelt thanks to:

• The Friends of Fusion Foundation
• Bing’s Bakery
• Bloom Energy
• Boulden Brothers
• Deer Park Tavern
• Do Big Things Collectibles
• Fusco Management
• Hockessin Gossip Girls
• Home Grown Café
• Klondike Kate’s
• Lang Cares
• Price Toyota
• Grain Craft Bar + Kitchen
• Jerry’s Artarama
• Fusion Racing
• Captain Blue Hen Comics
• Law Offices of Vance Funk
• Newark Area Welfare Committee
• Raising Cane’s
• Standard Distributing Company
• NPD Retirees
• Bing’s Bake and Brew
• Splash In
• State Farm – David Rosengarten
• Christine and Butch Smythe
• Treemendous
• Fusion Racing

Their commitment to Newark youth and families helps make this initiative a success year after year.