“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

 
 

celebrate with us

Join us for an evening of purpose and play, benefiting CCF’s chess programs.

scholastic tournaments

Coming soon! Our 2025-26 Scholastic Tournament season begins this fall.

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.

 

CCF in the News

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