Noble County Chess Fund Grant

The Noble County Chess Fund, established in 1996 by Tom Feichter, is dedicated to teaching chess to all elementary school children in Noble County. This initiative aims to enhance educational opportunities and foster participation in chess competitions. Supported by the Community Foundation of Noble County, it seeks to create a positive impact in the community through the promotion of chess, a game that encourages critical thinking and strategy among young learners.

Community Foundation of Noble County
At the Community Foundation of Noble County we are passionate about making Noble County an even better place to call home. Since 1991, area residents have been turning to the Community Foundation of Noble County to make their philanthropic giving as effective as possible, as we see it as our mission to serve as a catalyst for positive change. The Community Foundation of Noble County is a public charity 501 (c) 3 entity.
To provide support with the intention of teaching chess to all Noble County elementary school children and offering opportunities for participation in chess competitions.
The Noble County Chess Fund was established in December 1996, by Tom Feichter. Tom was the president of Reclaimers Inc. and a very good friend of Chet Dekko. When Mr. Dekko died Tom wanted to honor his memory and in lieu of flowers created this fund. Mr. Dekko was an entrepreneur, business and community leader, and dedicated family man. He believed in education as the key to an independent, successful life. The Noble County Chess Fund was created to provide support to teach chess to all Noble County elementary school children and offer funds for chess competitions.

Eligibility

The fund is targeted at Noble County elementary schools and their students, so eligibility primarily concerns schools or related educational organizations within Noble County that want to implement or enhance chess programs