02.13.17 ChessMaine.net is pleased to announce the Chess in Maine Schools Initiative. We all know that chess teaches creative problem solving, fosters concentration, critical thinking, and positive self-esteem. We have seen firsthand the overwhemingly positive effects of scholastic chess programs on Maine's children particularly in rural and underserved areas. Now we are leveraging these insights to bring chess programs to eligible K-12 schools in Maine. Our first step has been the creation of a GoFundMe page. We hope you will consider contributing to Chess in Maine Schools.

Chess teaches creative problem solving, and fosters concentration, critical thinking, and positive self-esteem.

Chess helps promote intellectual growth and has been shown to improve academic performance including increased scores on standardized tests.

We have seen firsthand the overwhemingly positive effects of scholastic chess programs on Maine's children particulary in rural and underserved areas.

Your support of the CiMS campaign will directly and positively impact the lives of K-12 students in Maine.

An investment of just $500 will provide eligible schools functional, inexpensive chess equipment, a proven scholastic chess curriculum, and technical support in establishing and maintaining a successful chess program throughout the academic year.

Thank you for your consideration and generous support!

We welcome all inquiries and feedback.