In partnership with US Chess Federation Sales , US Chess seeks eligible Title I schools that need equipment for their school-based chess programs. Programs that teach chess as part of their school day or are run as an afterschool enrichment activity are eligible to apply. Accepted schools will receive:
– 5 vinyl chess boards
– 5 sets of pieces
– 1 demonstration board for use in instruction
To apply for a chess program starter kit, please apply online through this link:https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ChessDonation-2019-2020
US Chess Executive Director Carol Meyer explains, “US Chess is delighted to partner with US Chess Federation Sales to promote chess among school children who are the most at-risk. This new program meets two US Chess goals: increase the use of chess in education and use chess to increase opportunities for under-represented segments of society. This partnership helps us meet our mission to empower people, enrich lives, and enhance communities through chess.”
For full details, please see our complete post here: https://new.uschess.org/kids/free-chess-sets-title-schools/