Two Weeks Left to Apply for Stage 1 of the Chess in Education Grant Program
Two Weeks Left to Apply for Stage 1 of the Chess in Education Grant ProgramThere are only two weeks remaining to submit applications for Stage 1 of the Chess in Education Grant Program, launched as part of the Year of Chess in Education 2026 initiative.
The program is aimed at organizations and institutions that have already implemented a successful pilot Chess in Education project and demonstrated measurable educational impact. Through this initiative, ISCF supports the expansion of proven programs, helping them reach more schools, students and communities around the world.
Who Can Apply
Applications are open to:
Eligible applicants must already be implementing a chess-based educational program in school settings for at least one academic year.
Program Structure
The competition will be conducted in two stages:
At the conclusion, three projects will be awarded grant funding and recognized at the Grand Final Tournament.
A Global Initiative
The program is open across all four FIDE continents:
It complements the broader international calendar of events under the Year of Chess in Education, including the World Schools Team Championship League 2026 and other educational initiatives worldwide.
Key Dates
Driving Impact Through Education
Selected projects must demonstrate:
Funding is allocated exclusively for scaling existing programs, ensuring long-term and sustainable impact.
Applications for Stage 1 remain open for two more weeks.
Apply now through the official application form: here
The program is aimed at organizations and institutions that have already implemented a successful pilot Chess in Education project and demonstrated measurable educational impact. Through this initiative, ISCF supports the expansion of proven programs, helping them reach more schools, students and communities around the world.
Who Can Apply
Applications are open to:
- Schools (public and private)
- Educational organizations and NGOs
- Foundations and social enterprises
Eligible applicants must already be implementing a chess-based educational program in school settings for at least one academic year.
Program Structure
The competition will be conducted in two stages:
- Stage 1: Open call and initial selection
- Stage 2: Detailed project evaluation
At the conclusion, three projects will be awarded grant funding and recognized at the Grand Final Tournament.
A Global Initiative
The program is open across all four FIDE continents:
- Asia
- Americas
- Europe
- Africa
It complements the broader international calendar of events under the Year of Chess in Education, including the World Schools Team Championship League 2026 and other educational initiatives worldwide.
Key Dates
- Stage 1 Launch: 00:00 (GMT+5), April 7, 2026
- Application Deadline: 23:59 (GMT+5), July 31, 2026
Driving Impact Through Education
Selected projects must demonstrate:
- Proven results and measurable outcomes
- A structured educational methodology
- Readiness for scaling
- Real implementation in school environments
Funding is allocated exclusively for scaling existing programs, ensuring long-term and sustainable impact.
Applications for Stage 1 remain open for two more weeks.
Apply now through the official application form: here
