CHESS & COMMUNITY

Building Future Leaders: Chess & Community

The McLeroy Family Foundation supports Chess & Community's innovative approach to youth development through chess, robotics, and debate.

In Atlanta, Macon, and Athens, students are playing chess with local police officers, breaking barriers and building connections while sharing stories and learning from one another.

Children playing chess

Program Focus

Core disciplines:

  • Strategic chess training

  • Robotics innovation

  • Debate mastery

  • Coding skills development

Two children playing chess

2030 Vision

Strategic goals:

  • Global recognition in youth empowerment

  • Strong Georgia presence

  • International city expansion

  • Impact on 50,000+ youth

  • Sustainable financial model

  • Leadership team development

Skill Development: Youth Outcomes 

Critical thinking enhancement

Problem-solving abilities

Leadership capabilities

Community engagement

Innovation mindset

Teenage boy playing chess
Group chess match

From launching tech companies to coding and competing in robotics challenges, these students are showcasing their skills and teamwork in powerful ways. Programs like this prove what’s possible when we come together to support and uplift our youth.

The Road Ahead

Two teens working on robotics
Chess match