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Find similar grants2026-2027 Women and Girls Programming Grant Cycle is sponsored by US Chess. Supports programs aimed at educating, retaining, and promoting women and girls in chess, with a focus on activities between September 1, 2026, and July 31, 2027.
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2026-2027 US Chess Women Grant Cycle Announcement US Chess is happy to announce a new cycle of program grant funding to support efforts to educate, retain and promote women and girls in chess. These grants are supported by our partnership with the Saint Louis Chess Club, which began in 2019. Projects must be organized by educational non-profits (501c3), public schools, and US Chess affiliates with non-profit status.
The projects should be planned for any time between September 1, 2026 through July 31, 2027. The deadline to be considered for the first round of applications is 5 p. m.
CDT on August 15, 2026 . US Chess reserves the right to accept late applications or extend the deadline. Award bids will range from between $1,000 and $10,000.
US Chess encourages activities for projects that include chess workshops and chess tournaments (especially for beginners or all-girls). However, do not consider these suggestions as limitations, as we are open to creative ideas and applications that fit the needs of each organization. The intended goal is to promote women and girls to engage in chess and recognize the positive benefits of playing chess.
Program benefits a small or large group of US Chess members or potential members, rather than targeting specific individuals Intent to attract 50%+ participation of girls, women, and/or gender minorities in proposed project Adherence to US Chess’s Safe Play Policy Non-profit (501c3) status or public school status Applicant agrees to run or confirm background check on any event or coaching staff (at the organization’s expense, or proof of recent background check within 3 years) Limited Liability Insurance Applicant is 18 years or older Project promotes intended goal to empower and promote girls and women in chess Adherence to reporting requirements (timely updates on grants, data sharing, summary report submission at end of program) International Youth Events » Posts Tagged with "Women" » Request for Proposals (RFP) » Super Grandmaster Chess » Team USA Announced for 3rd Olympiad for People with Disabilities » 2026 US Chess Awards Recipients » Update on SafeSport Enrollment » 2026-2027 Women and Girls Programming Grant Cycle Officially Open!
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Educational non-profits (501c3), public schools, and US Chess affiliates with non-profit status. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $1,000 - $10,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was August 15, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
2026-2027 Women and Girls Programming Grant Cycle is funded by US Chess. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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