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Almaden Chess Club

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ORGANIZATION: ALMADEN CHESS

Almaden Chess is a student-led nonprofit dedicated to expanding access to chess education and local tournaments for all students. Founded in San Jose, we now aim to bring high-quality, affordable chess classes and events to communities across the country. Our high school volunteers serve as instructors, tournament organizers, and chapter leaders, gaining leadership experience while making a meaningful impact. We focus on both fun and fundamentals, helping students build confidence, patience, and strategic thinking through chess

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About ALMADEN CHESS

Location:

962 HURLSTONE LN, SAN JOSE, CA 95120, US

Mission Statement

Our mission is to make chess education accessible, engaging, and community-driven for students of all backgrounds. We strive to provide meaningful leadership and teaching opportunities for high school students, helping them grow as mentors and changemakers. Through local classes and events, we aim to foster critical thinking, resilience, and a love for learning. Ultimately, we believe in using chess as a tool to build stronger, smarter, and more connected communities.

Description

Almaden Chess is a student-led nonprofit dedicated to expanding access to chess education and local tournaments for all students. Founded in San Jose, we now aim to bring high-quality, affordable chess classes and events to communities across the country. Our high school volunteers serve as instructors, tournament organizers, and chapter leaders, gaining leadership experience while making a meaningful impact. We focus on both fun and fundamentals, helping students build confidence, patience, and strategic thinking through chess.

CAUSE AREAS

Children & Youth
Education & Literacy
Sports & Recreation
Children & Youth, Education & Literacy, Sports & Recreation

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

CA 95120

(37.1697,-121.84487)
 

SKILLS

  • Mentoring
  • Sports Coaching
  • Youth Services
  • People Skills
  • Project Management

GOOD FOR

  • Teens

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be at least 14
  • Orientation or Training
  • 1-5 Hours per week depending on which activity the volunteer does; volunteers can work for short period or long period of time.
  • Must be in grades 9–12 Must be reliable and responsive to communication Volunteers must attend a short orientation and training Leadership applicants should be comfortable with public speaking or organizing peers

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