WHY FREE FAQ

Why Free?

Free Chess Clubs are the best option if the only goal is to give as many kids as possible access to a chess club. They have many advantages. Kids who could not afford to attend a paid club will now be able to join. Kids whose interest in Chess is only lukewarm may give it a try and learn they like it more than they realize. The only disadvantage is that it makes less money, and making money is not a goal for CFC.

Why not offer scholarships?

Because that doesn’t work.

Of the thousands of kids I’ve taught chess at paid chess clubs over the years. I could count the number who asked for a scholarship on one hand.

How do you pay your bills?

We get everything we need from volunteers and donations.

What's wrong with paid chess clubs?

Nothing. There are lots of paid chess programs that do excellent work. That's simply not how we do things.