Chess and Community

Chess & Community is a non-profit organization founded in Athens, Georgia and dedicated to empowering youth through Chess, Robotics and Civic Engagement.

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This is what leadership looks like. 🔥

Donate or grab some merch, to support youth who are choosing leadership every day.

https://t.co/29FdbEjELF

♟️❤️ #givingtuesday #givingtuesday2025

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The next generation of leaders is already making their move ♟️
Support the mission. Empower the youth.

Join us at the Chessathon, November 8th.

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At Chess & Community, we believe in doing the work that shapes future leaders — through strategy, mentorship, and meaningful opportunities. ♟️

The Classic City Chess-a-thon is more than a tournament.

Thanks to Marshall Manning @VideoBulldog for the creation of this video!

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Today is the day our kids get to vote. You're welcome to be a part of the democratic process. Arrive at the Athens Public Library auditorium by 11 am. See you there!

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♟️ The Classic City Chess-a-thon is coming to Athens Nov. 8th!

Compete, fundraise, and represent your school or team across the city.

Who will be crowned Chess King, Queen, or Grandmaster?

https://t.co/ZSl0RsWdzm

📍#ClassicCityChessathon #ThinkBeforeYouMove

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Our Rooks Rising Saturday program is in flow. Partnered with Athens Housing Authority we are bringing opportunities to our youth. #chess #community #youthdevelopment

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September is here, and that means it’s Team Building Month at Chess & Community! 💥 We’re welcoming a brand-new cohort of students into the family with challenges that push limits, spark creativity, and strengthen bonds. From escape rooms to mountain climbing (and more 👀)

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Our students visited the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs for a behind-the-scenes look at taking ideas to the next level. Huge thanks to L’Angela Lee, CEO of Honeysucklemoon, for hosting and inspiring our future leaders.

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@riceatlanta

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@LemuelLaRoche @YahzeezS @AtlantaPolicee @KIPPATL

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Robots racing. Beats dropping. Chess pieces moving. ♟️🤖

In Atlanta, SYEP youth and the Atlanta Police Department came together for more than just a day of activities it was a day of trust-building, creativity, and strategy in motion.

#YouthEmpowerment #SYEP #ChessAndCommunity

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Robots racing. Beats dropping. Chess pieces moving. ♟️🤖

In Atlanta, SYEP youth and the Atlanta Police Department came together for more than just a day of activities it was a day of trust-building, creativity, and strategy in motion.

#YouthEmpowerment #SYEP #ChessAndCommunity

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Mentorship. Strategy. Workforce readiness.

Atlanta teens took bold steps this summer—through SYEP, peer leadership, and presenting to NASA.

This is what youth empowerment looks like.
📖 Read + 🎧 Listen: https://t.co/7eETOc5Hzj

#SYEP #YouthLeadership #ChessAndCommunity

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“Over 20 years ago, I used chess as a tool to reach youth caught in the juvenile system — and we’re still at it, now growing across multiple cities.”
— Life LaRoche, Founder of Chess & Community

Join us today in celebration of International Chess Day.

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Join us for a day of strategy, celebration, and community.

👉 Register now at https://t.co/29z4u2YPqA

#internationalchessday #chess

@creaturecomfortsbeer @sweetwaterbrew @falllinebrewing @duolingo @chessathon @wwwchesscom @atlantacheckmateclub @athenschess

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Register and learn more here: https://t.co/YvlyqS2VDO

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We’re taking over Athens, Atlanta, and Macon this International Chess Day 🏁♟️

🎉 Casual + competitive chess
🌐 VR play across cities
🎶 Music • 🍴 Food • 🎨 Game
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In case you missed it😉 #ubuntu @chessinslums

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This is it!! An event you don't wanna miss. Join us on March 29th @theclassiccenter here in Athens, GA. Tickets are free, so register now as seats are limited. See you there😁

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RSVP with this link!
https://t.co/npnL51mQsx

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The 12th Annual Conference is a month away! Join us at the Classic Center in Athens on March 29th!

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One Book Athens will present a discussion featuring UGA and SSW faculty. The event will take place on Thursday Sept. 30th beginning at 6:30 pm. This is virtual and free to the public. To register visit:
https://t.co/QKTsG36pkK