Make a Difference Today

Each day, we impact the lives of thousands of New York City’s most at-risk children. This is only possible with the invaluable support of our donors. It is easier than ever to make your tax-deductible donation to Chess in the Schools. Take a look below for more information on how you can help us to continue our extraordinary work, changing our kids lives for the better, one move at a time.

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$5,000 One year of after-school chess at one school Donate $5,000

$3,000 One CIS Teacher Training Institute workshop Donate $3,000

$1,000 One year of chess for a 3rd grade classroom Donate $1,000

$500 Ten tournaments for one student Donate $500

$200 One year of chess for one student Donate $200

$100 Chess materials for one classroom Donate $100

Or, give in a way that is meaningful for you. Every gift counts!

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A Tribute Donation allows you to make a donation to Chess-in-the-Schools in honor of or in memory of someone special to you. If you would like to make a Tribute Donation, please provide us with the name of the person you are honoring as well as a name and address where an acknowledgement card should be sent.

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Corporate Chess Challenge

The Chess in the Schools Corporate Chess Challenge is a unique and rewarding way to engage your employees and inspire some of New York City’s future leaders – all through an afternoon of chess!
Your executives will play chess with our high school students. They will be role models of success while supporting the important work of Chess in the Schools. Our students will also gain a valuable insider’s view of the corporate workplace.

We are sincerely grateful to companies that make a $15,000 donation to host their Corporate Chess Challenge.
We are sincerely grateful to companion host Past participants have included Simpson Thacher & Bartlett, BNY Mellon, Morgan Stanley and Aurelius Capital Management.

Click here if you are interested in hosting a Corporate Chess Challenge.

Adopt a School

Adopt a School! Make a lasting impact on a school and enjoy the opportunity to visit classrooms during the program year. You will be recognized on our website and at our annual Benefit Celebration for your school support. Your gift will provide a year-long opportunity for 250 – 500 students to develop their intellectual and social skills through chess education.

Click here if you would like to adopt a school.

Give by Mail or Fax

Click here to access a form that allows you to provide your information and designate your donation.

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More Ways to Give

Q Make a Tribute Donation in honor or in memory of someone

A Gifts in honor of someone can be birthday presents, wedding presents, or ways to say thank you to someone special. Or, remember a lost loved one with a memorial gift. Click here to make a tribute donation (link them to the online form with a special header – Make a Tribute Donation in honor or in memoriam).

Q Double your contribution via matching gifts Double your dollars! Your company may “match” your donation!

A Double your contribution via matching gifts Double your dollars! Your company may “match” your donation! If your company has a matching gift program, you can obtain a matching gift form from your employer. Forms should be available from the human resources department.

Q Donate stock

A Click here to find out how you can make stock contributions.

Q Planned Giving

A We are grateful to donors who have included Chess in the Schools in their long-term estate planning. These donors understand our need to consider the future of the organization and our ability to continue to meet the needs of our students. If you would like to join these future contributors, please contact the Chess in the Schools Development Department at 212-643-0225. Planned gifts include: • Wills or Bequests • Trusts; Charitable Lead Trust; Charitable Remainder Trust • Charitable Gift Annuities • Life Insurance It is recommended that you consult with your own tax or legal advisor prior to making a planned gift.