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The Pawn Project Online Tournament is Live on February 16 at 5pm! Come join the fun!
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Thank you to our sponsor families who have provided much of the chess materials needed for The Pawn Project to run monthly meetups and our donors who help keep the program growing and thriving. With nearly 100 youth reached since our launch 5 months ago, we can't wait to see where The Pawn Project will go!
Our current fundraising goal is $1000 by spring of 2026. This will help us meet our mission of providing ChessKid gold club memberships for all active users and funds for an end of year tournament (clocks, software, trophies, and more).
We host fundraisers and take donations directly to The Pawn Project Bank Account where you'll receive a tax receipt for making a donation.
Donations can be made using the QR code to the left or by using the link below:
Link: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/the-pawn-project
Chipotle Fundraiser!
Chipotle Fundraiser!
We are hosting a fundraiser at Chipotle on February 2nd, 2026!
Come between 4-8PM to help support our cause!
25% of the proceeds go to the Pawn Project. All of the donations go towards the ChessKid accounts of the students and the supplies for the end of year tournament.
If you are ordering online, use the code EGDNAVX to donate.
If you come in-person to Chipotle, say "I'm here for the Pawn Project!", or show them the flyer depicted here.
Searching for youth volunteers
Searching for youth volunteers
We're looking for our next generation of youth leaders! If you have an ambitious preteen or teen who loves chess, we'd love to hear from you!
The Pawn Project is a youth ran nonprofit in Purcellville where youth earn monthly volunteer hours by mentoring players and creating a fun, welcoming community. No experience needed. You provide a love of the game - and we'll provide the training!
Think you've got what it takes? Reach out to let us know you're interested on messenger: www.facebook.com/ThePawnProject
Searching for Adult Special Guests
Searching for Adult Special Guests
Are you an adult chess enthusiast?
We’d love to feature you as one of our Monthly Special Guests!
Our Adult Special Guests are experienced chess players who enjoy encouraging the next generation.
Many have tournament experience — but that is not a requirement.
You don’t need to be a master — just bring:
✅Enthusiasm
✅Encouragement
✅A genuine heart for investing in young minds
As a featured Special Guest at The Pawn Project, you’ll have the opportunity to connect face-to-face with a growing community of chess-loving youth and families right here in Loudoun County.
In addition to the live event, we will also spotlight you across multiple platforms, including: Our official website, Social media channels,and Event promotions through Loudoun County Public Library
This is a meaningful way to grow local connections.
Interested in being a Special Guest?
We’d love to chat with you! contact us on messenger:
www.facebook.com/ThePawnProject
Sponsors & Donors
Sponsors & Donors
Our meetings are made possible by the volunteer work of staff and our sponsors. Donations replenish supplies, keep chess kid accounts unlocked, and fund in-person tournaments.
A special thank you to our donor and sposor families
The Herring Family
The Myatt Family
The Antwine Family
The Hasle Family
Betty Matthews
Jack Burnette
The Irwin Family
•The Pacheco Family
•The Zehr Family
•The Reaves Family
•The Welgan Family
•And an Anonymous Donor!
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