Donations

Donations info

HMS Chess Club is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to growing the love and passion children feel for chess. Because of this, we rely on profits made from concessions and tournaments along with donations to pay for the cost of maintaining the club and to purchase new equipment.

How can you become a benefactor?

One of the main items we sell out of our concession stands is soda. This continues the tradition of Mr. Gassmann selling them in his classroom for "initials" which are a form of currency he hands out for good performance and behavior. Students who have a parent generous enough to donate boxes of soda will be allowed to receive one free can a week, to be enjoyed at lunch, after school hours, or during chess club for the remainder of the school year. Donations of items such as bags of chips, donuts, and cookies are also greatly appreciated, especially during tournaments. For students who have a parent generous enough to donate a board, clock, or chess equipment, students will have their tournament fee waived for the remainder of their chess club membership. We appreciate all donations and would like to thank all those who have donated. See Mr. Gassmann for more details and information on specific boards and/or clocks. All donations will be kept track of for integrity.Â