“Since playing chess my daughter’s confidence has soared. We are grateful to her chess coach and the Chicago Chess Foundation for giving her the incredible gift of chess.”

 

— Joy Austria, CPS parent and CCF volunteer

 
 

family chess fest 2025

Let’s kick off summer and celebrate with a community get-together on Saturday, May 31 at Tuley Park!

all-girls tournament

The 2025 Chicago All-Girls Tournament returns May 17 at Bateman Elementary. Sign up today!

Keep Chess in schools

Our programs provide vital academic, social-emotional, and leadership development for kids. Your gift ensures we reach as many kids as possible.

corporate CHESS LEAGUE

Network and make new friends (or rivals) at our Chess League tournaments.

 

CCF in the News

Chicago Tribune Article