FIDE Infinite Chess project

Ready to take your social impact chess project to the next level? ♟✨

The key to scaling your initiative often lies in securing the right funding. We’re here to help you unlock it!

We are thrilled to invite you to “Checkmate Grants: Unlocking Funding Opportunities” – an exclusive online seminar designed for social project leaders, chess educators, NGO representatives, and all changemakers who believe in the power of chess to transform communities.

This intensive 3-hour session will give you the knowledge, tools, and confidence to successfully identify, approach, and secure funding for your chess-based social initiatives.

🎤 Hear from:
- Experienced project leaders who have successfully secured European and national Spanish grants.
- Representatives from major companies that support social-impact programmes.

📅 Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025
⏰ Time: 12:00 CET
📍 Location: Online via Zoom
🎟 Cost: FREE for all interested

You’ll learn how to:
• Craft compelling, funder-ready proposals
• Build strong, meaningful partnerships
• Understand exactly what funders look for
• Gain inspiration from real-life case studies of funded chess projects

This is your chance to move from idea to impact, with sustainable funding as your foundation.

👉 REGISTER NOW!

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Don’t just play the game—change it.
Let’s fund the future of chess for good together. ♟💙

The Browns School
Kanthi Sarjoo

Introducing: The Browns’ School × Infinite Chess Project 🌟
South Africa 🇿🇦

✨ Supported by KZN Chess Academy and Erick Takawira, The Browns School has been part of the FIDE Infinite Chess project for three years—using chess to nurture focus, confidence, and life skills among learners.

Over the past year, students aged 15–18 showed exceptional commitment, often spending their lunch breaks playing chess and joining mainstream groups to sharpen their skills. Several graduating learners have even expressed plans to join chess clubs after school—proof of a lasting passion ignited by the game.

♟️ The impact goes far beyond the board. Parents shared powerful reflections:

“Chess has helped Thapelo become more organised and focused on tasks. He has become calmer and takes time to think before acting.”
“There has been a definite improvement. Chess has positively influenced his homework, and he now works independently.”
“She is thinking on her feet more quickly than before. Her abilities, analytical skills, and independence have all improved.

These voices highlight how chess is shaping behaviour, emotional control, and critical thinking—both in and out of the classroom.

As part of FIDE’s Social Chess Year, we celebrate how The Browns’ School is using chess to build stronger minds, social skills, and a foundation for lifelong learning, with more to come in 2026. ♟️✨

Know a social chess project making a difference?
Share it with us at [email protected]
— your story could inspire the world 🌍

FIDE Social Commission

Infinite gratitude and admiration 🏆

A New Chapter of Inclusion Begins! ♾️

We are incredibly proud to announce a powerful new partnership with the Chess Federation Pakistan (CFP) to launch the Infinite Chess Program for special children across Pakistan! 🇵🇰

This pioneering initiative is dedicated to fostering inclusivity and intellectual growth through the beautiful game of chess. The recent inauguration ceremony at the Child Welfare Center, University of the Punjab, Lahore, was a truly inspiring event, filled with hope and promise for the future.

A heartfelt thank you to the incredible leaders who are bringing this vision to life:

▪️ Mr. Hanif Qureshi, President of CFP, for his visionary leadership, support and enthusiasm to expand this transformative program nationwide.
▪️ Mr. Saleem Akhtar, Senior VP of CFP, for his cooperation and attention to every step. His words resonated deeply: "Chess is more than just a game; it is a universal language that transcends barriers."
▪️ Dr. Ayesha, Principal of the Center, for her unwavering dedication to empowering children and championing equal opportunities for all.

Together, we are unlocking potential, nurturing young minds, and championing the vital importance of inclusivity in sports. This is only the beginning! 🧠❤️

The journey continues, and its impact grows deeper than ever. ♾️♟

We are immensely proud to announce the start of Stage 8 of the FIDE Infinite Chess Project this September 2025!

But this project is about so much more than analyzing moves. At its heart, it's about inclusivity and accessibility.

We're championing chess as a powerful tool for everyone, especially:
✨ For Kids with Autism: Showcasing how chess can support development, focus, and social connection.
✨ For Parents & Educators: Providing FREE resources with our unique handbook, now translated into 7 languages, to help make chess accessible to all children.
✨ For a Global Community: Building a supportive "Infinite Chess Family" of partners who believe in the positive power of the game.

This next stage is a leap forward in both our technical exploration and our mission to open up the world of chess.

Join our Infinite Chess Family!
🔗 Explore the project, download the free handbook for educators and parents, and see the magic unfold at the link in our bio!

🏖 How the FIDE Infinite Chess Team Spent Their Summer Vacation:
A Season of Strategic Moves Under the Sun! ☀️

While the chess world watched the pieces move on the board, our incredible partners have been making power moves of their own this summer. This wasn't just a summer vacation; it was a season of transformation, inclusion, and global connection!

🌍♟ Our incredible partners in the Infinite Chess project have been making moves that go far beyond the board. Here's how they spent their summer:

✨ A Champion's Journey: In June, we celebrated Nathan's Triumph, a young man who blossomed from a quiet observer into a confident chess champion. His story is a powerful testament to the community we're building.

🧠 Expanding Minds & Horizons: We continued our deep dive into the cognitive benefits of chess, with groundbreaking work on Chess as a Tool for Development in Autism. The results are speaking for themselves!

🤝 A Warm Welcome to Kazakhstan! We were thrilled to officially welcome new center “Autism Pobedim” in Almaty as a new partner. With strong support of Kazakhstan Chess Federation this is a huge leap forward for our global family.

🗣 Breaking Down Barriers: August brought incredible news from our educational programs, showing a powerful "Checkmate for Communication Barriers." Chess is transforming the social and communication skills of autistic students in profound ways.

🏆 A Festival of Inclusion: chess players with autism spectrum shine at the 3rd Barueri Chess Cultural Festival in Brazil, proving that chess is a universal language of joy and competition.

This summer was a powerful reminder of why we started this project. It's not just about infinite moves; it's about infinite potential.

Thank you to all our partners, supporters, and players for a truly unforgettable season.Swipe to see the highlights! 👉 The energy from this summer is fueling everything we’re building.
The best is yet to come!

Stay tuned for the 8th stage of the Infinite Chess project!

Exciting News for the FIDE Infinite Chess Project!

We are thrilled to announce that our unique Handbook for Teachers—designed to conduct chess classes for children with autism spectrum—is now available in Kazakh! 🇰🇿

Supported by the International Olympic Committee, this groundbreaking educational program is a vital resource for educators worldwide. It’s already accessible in English, French, Spanish, Russian, Arabic, and Chinese, and now, thanks to the incredible support of the Казахстанская федерация шахмат / Kazakhstan Chess Federation, we’re proud to add Kazakh to the list!

📥 Download the handbook for FREE on our project’s website and help spread the power of chess as a tool for inclusion and development.

A huge thank you to the Kazakhstan Chess Federation for their invaluable contribution to this initiative! Together, we’re making chess more accessible and impactful for all. ♟💙

Happy International Chess Day! ♟️🔥

Today, we celebrate the game that connects millions across borders, languages, and generations. From casual players to world champions – chess is for everyone. ❤️

Discover the transformative power of chess for kids with autism ♟️❤️

Welcome amazing 5-part video series “Chess & Autism: How the Game Helps Children Thrive" created by IA Malith Akalanka, founder of ChessSL.

Each episode explores a unique benefit:
🔹 Why Chess Works: Structure & Predictability
🔹 Building Focus & Patience
🔹 Creating Safe Social Spaces
🔹 Boosting Confidence through Mastery
🔹 Real-Life Benefits Beyond the Board

Dive into the links below to watch and learn how chess can make a profound difference! Please share to help spread awareness. 🙏

♟️ 🎉 Our full video series is now live!

Chess & Autism: How the Game Helps Children Thrive
Over the past weeks, we’ve shared how the game of chess can open up surprising pathways of support for children on the autism spectrum.

🧩 Chess isn’t just a game. It’s a tool for focus, confidence, and connection.

Here’s what we covered:

🔹 Episode 1: Why Chess Works for Children with Autism
Explore how structure, predictability, and logic in chess align beautifully with how many children with autism process the world.

📍 Watch Now : https://fb.watch/A9lkNbQEcN/

🔹 Episode 2: Focus and Patience — Building Essential Life Skills
See how chess naturally improves attention span and helps children develop emotional regulation through turn-based play.

📍 Watch Now : https://fb.watch/A9lphQr9Qi/

🔹 Episode 3: Chess as a Safe Social Space
Learn how chess creates low-pressure social environments that help build communication, eye contact, and trust.

📍 Watch Now : https://fb.watch/A9lrl_H-Yo/

🔹 Episode 4: Confidence through Mastery
Understand how chess can nurture self-esteem, providing measurable progress and personal achievement that builds confidence.

📍 Watch Now : https://fb.watch/A9lu5tdKzr/

🔹 Episode 5: Beyond the Board — Real-Life Benefits of Chess for ASD Children
From school to home life, we highlight long-term benefits and share real-world examples of transformation.

📍 Watch Now : https://fb.watch/A9lB9_Mh2-/

💬 Know a parent, teacher, or therapist who could benefit? Tag them below.

Let’s bring chess into the lives of more children who could truly thrive with it.

🌟 Meet the Infinite Chess Family 🌟

We’re excited to return with our series of posts celebrating our amazing Infinite Chess Project partners around the world. 🌍♟

Today, we spotlight our inspiring team in Kazakhstan! 🇰🇿, where the Infinite Chess Project is transforming lives with immense support of Kazakhstan Chess Federation!
Their dedication to chess innovation aligns perfectly with our mission to push the boundaries of the game.

This collaboration marks an exciting step forward, combining Kazakhstan’s rich chess tradition with the limitless potential of Infinite Chess. Together, we’ll explore new horizons for players, fans, and the global chess community.

🔗 Learn more about this partnership: 👉 infinitechess.fide.com



📌 Special thanks to our partners:
Казахстанская федерация шахмат / Kazakhstan Chess Federation



The future of chess is infinite—let’s build it together! ♟✨