Icon Chess Foundation
613 Oneida PL NW
Washington, DC 20011
Phone: 202-441-5210

Icon Chess Foundation bring chess programs emphasizing academic subjects and providing financial resources to at-risk and disadvantaged youth in Washington DC Metropolitan area. Icon Chess Foundation offers programs designed to benefit young people by teaching chess concepts that are related to academic subjects. Our goal is to improve academic performance of at-risk youth and help them achieve their life goals.

Programs include the following options:

In-School & After-School Chess Program Icon Chess Foundation offers chess instruction during in school and after school hours. Working closely with each school, Icon Chess Foundation provides chess instruction that helps students improve academic performance, self-esteem, and a sound work ethic. Courses are two hours in length and can accommodate 25 students. The first hour focuses on chess instruction while the second hour relates chess concepts to academic subjects such as reading and math. Students have the opportunity to participate in field trips to educational and cultural institutions and play in chess tournaments, as well as hear motivational speakers and mentor younger students in the mastery of chess.

Icon Chess Foundation Tournaments Tournaments provide a competitive, non-violent atmosphere where youth can test their talents against players of all ages and levels. Tournaments are held every other month. Trophies, prizes, and scholastic scholarships are awarded to top place male and female finishers.